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IslamabadTuesday, March 09, 2021 Pakistan’s First AndP Only DiplomaticO Daily STPrice Rs. 20 First Lady attends NCOC to review Meghan Markle Serena Hotels’ Int’l its decision on accuses royal Women Day event reopening schools family of racism Detailed News On Page-08 Detailed News On Page-08 Detailed News On Page-01 Briefs PTI senators Govt to empower receiving bribe women DNA offers, says PM ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Infor- “These people first spend money to get mation and Broadcast- elected and then spend the same money ing Senator Shibli Faraz [on illegal activities],” said PM Imran said on Monday that em- powerment of women Ansar Mahmood Bhatti was imperative to make Govt has ‘solid society civilized and en- ISLAMABAD: The election for the post of lightened. In a tweet on Senate chairperson hasn’t already begun evidence’ of the occasion of Interna- and PTI senators are being offered money tional Women’s Day he to sell their votes, claimed Prime Minister corruption said, “We are committed Imran Khan on Monday. The prime minis- to empowering women in ter was chairing a meeting of the party’s Zubair Ahmed society by ensuring equal members where he said that the recent- opportunities and rights ISLAMABAD: European Union’s Ambassador to Pakistan, Ms. Androulla Kaminara ly-held Senate elections proved the suspi- ISLAMABAD: The government will pres- called on President Dr Arif Alvi, at Aiwan-e-Sadr. – DNA for development”. He said cions that the PTI government had. “The ent “solid evidence” regarding corrupt that Islam has given wom- Opposition used money to win the Islama- practices allegedly adopted by the oppo- en rights unparalleled in bad seat,” he said, referring to Dr Abdul Ha- sition during the Senate election and will history and their rights feez Shaikh’s surprise loss to former prime present it before the court and the Election are guaranteed in the con- minister Yousaf Raza Gilani. Commission Pakistan (ECP) at an appro- COAS lauds services stitution of Pakistan. The prime minister urged party represent- priate time, Minister for Information and atives to highlight the issue of the Opposi- Broadcasting Shibli Faraz said on Monday. Siraj-ul-Haq tion allegedly buying votes in the Senate Talking to a private channel, the information elections, adding that the PPP and the minister alleged that the PPP spent billions of women for nation demands ban PML-N have been using money as a tool of rupees to ensure the victory of Yousaf to influence elections in the past as well. Raza Gilani in the Senate poll for the Islam- Director General Inter-Services Public Relations (DG ISPR) Major on dowry “These people first spend money to get abad general seat. The minister said the en- elected and then spend the same money tire nation knew how Ali Haider Gilani was General Babar Iftikhar shared the army chief’s message on twitter [on illegal activities],” said PM Imran Khan. buying votes for his father. He said the vote Women in uniform have Abid Raza The premier continued his criticism of the of confidence obtained by Prime Minister Shujaat Hamza Zalmay meets COAS proved their mettle by con- LAHORE: Jamaat-e-Islami Imran Khan from the National Assembly tributing copiously in di- Emir Sira- Continued on Page 06 has embarrassed the opposition. RAWALPINDI: Army Chief verse fields serving the na- jul Haq has General Qamar Javed Baj- Staff Report tion and humanity, General wa, in his statement on the Bajwa said while adding that demanded RAWALPINDI: Ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad, US complete International Women’s Day, they deserve our immense on Monday said Pakistani Special Representative for Afghanistan Reconcil- respect and gratitude. ban on dow- iation and General Austin Scott Miller, Command - ry and other PDM names Gilani women contributed im- This year’s theme for the mensely for glory and honor er Resolute Support Mission* in Afghanistan, International Women’s Day un-Islamic and anti-consti- called on General Qamar Javed Bajwa, Chief of tutional traditions in Paki- of our nation. Director Gen- was “Women in leadership: Army Staff (COAS) at GHQ on Monday. Accord - stani society on occasion eral Inter-Services Public Achieving an equal future in for Senate chairman Relations (DG ISPR) Ma- ing to an Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) a COVID-19 world”. Besides of International Women’s Day on Monday. Address- “We want the Chairman Senate to win the election jor General Babar Iftikhar statement, matters of mutual interest, regional celebrating women’s achieve- ing “Istehkam-e-Khan- shared the army chief’s security and ongoing Afghanistan Reconciliation ments, the Day also aims to dan-Growth Protection of and claim another victory,” Bilawal vowed message on twitter. The Process were discussed during the meeting. The raise awareness about wom- Family Institution” rally COAS said women are also visiting dignitary greatly appreciated Pakistan's en’s equality, lobby for accel- at Lahore’s Mall Road, he cessfully achieved it. at forefront against covid-19. role in the ongoing peace process, it added. erated gender parity. hayam bbasi also called for ensuring K A “I congratulate all of you over the victory,” he said protection of women at ISLAMABAD: Pakistan workplaces and educational and added as to what would Five ‘BLA Democratic Movement have happened if they had Matsuda institutions. The JI women (PDM) on Monday approved SC never rules chapter organized rallies boycotted the Senate polls terrorists’ the name of newly-elected if PPP had not intervened. grieved in all major cities including Senator Yousuf Raza Gillani Lahore on women day. The PPP Chairperson ad- killed in as the joint candidate of the dressing the PDM important about hearing’s over train opposition alliance for the meeting said, “We were chal- Mastung Women’s Senate chairman. stan Muslim League Nawaz lenged to prove our numeri- accident Jamiat Ulema-e-Islam Fazl (PML-N) vice president cal superiority in the Senate, live broadcast participation (JUI-F) chief Maulana Fa- Maryam Nawaz and others. in which we won.” “Think, Bureau Report Staff Report zlur Rehman chaired a Speaking during the PDM where we would stand if we QUETTA: The Coun- Justice Qazi Faez Isa’s filed necessary meeting of PDM leaders meeting headed by its chief ISLAMA- had boycotted the by-elec- ter-Terrorism Department an application seeking live TV BAD: Matsu- at Sindh House in Islam- Maulana Fazlur Rehman, Bi- tions and Senate elections, (CTD) killed five suspect- abad which was attended lawal Bhutto said that they da Kuninori, DNA Bilawal Bhutto asked the ed terrorists said to be as- coverage of the proceedings Ambassador by Pakistan People’s Party were given the challenge various parties' leadership. sociated with the outlawed ISLAMABAD: Special Assis- (PPP) chairman Bilawal to ensure an upper hand nue (FBR) for inquiry. of Japan to BLA in Balochistan’s Mas- Pakistan, has tant to Chief Bhutto-Zardari and Paki- in Senate and they had suc- Continued on Page 06 APP On June 19, 2020, seven Minister tung, security officials said judges of a bench quashed expressed Punjab on on Monday ISLAMABAD: The Su- a presidential reference his condolences and pro- Information According to sources within preme Cour of Pakistan has against Justice Isa but also found grief over the inci- Dr Firdous the CTD, when the police never given ruling that live ordered the FBR to con- dent of Lahore-bound train Ashiq Awan reached a house in Mas- broadcast of hearings was duct an inquiry into the derailment near Rohri sta- on Monday while paying tung, the terrorists hiding media’s right however the judge’s family members’ tion that claimed the life of tribute to women on the oc- there opened fire at the per- apex court always spoke for foreign assets and submit a passenger and left many casion of International wom- sonnel. Five of the terror the freedom of media. a report to the Supreme others injured. en’s Day said that women suspects were killed when Additional Attorney Gen- Judicial Council (SJC). In his message of condo- are the country’s “valuable the police returned fire. eral Aamir Rehman argued During the course of lences, Ambassador MAT- asset” and their participation Others managed to flee. on Monday while opposing proceedings, Additional SUDA on Monday said he is pivotal for building a pro- 10 kilogrammes of ex- Justice Qazi Faez Isa’s plea Attorney General ques- feels saddened over this gressive society. Talking to plosives, detonators, for live broadcast of his re- tioned the maintainability unfortunate train derailing a private news channel, she and three Kalashanikovs view proceedings before a of application of Justice incident in Pakistan and offers his condolences and said International women were seized from their 10-member SC bench. Isa and argued that the deep sympathies to the day reminds us that women possession. The raid was Justice Qazi Faez Isa’s court could not decide grieving families. “I heard are vital entity of a family conducted following in- filed an application seek- such matters while hear- the news with deep sorrow and first teacher to the child, formation provided by an ing the apex court permis- ing the review petition. and offer my sympathies to adding, PTI-led government arrested suspect, CTD of- sion to allow live TV cover- Article 184/3 could not be ficials said, adding the ter- age of the proceedings of applied in the review case, the families of the victims was to ensure inclusion of and wish a speedy recov- women in every sphere. rorists were planning an his review petition against he added. He said that attack in Quetta. The po- the majority judgment that no new position could be ery for the injured in the ISLAMABAD: Mr. Wouter Plomp, Ambassador of Kingdom of the lice are conducting raids had referred the matter of taken in the review cases. incident,” said Ambassa- Netherlands called on Special Assistant to Prime Minister on to arrest the accomplices his family’s properties to dor MATSUDA. Inside... Health Dr. Faisal Sultan. – DNA of the killed terrorists. the Federal Board of Reve- Continued on Page 06 COVID-19 WPC, UNFPA organize special event to pay claims 22 tribute to WWDs – Page 02 Meghan Markle accuses royal family of racism more lives Speakers illustrate women role in Meghan described her own “suicidal thoughts” in an exclusive interview with Oprah Winfrey, DNA nation building – Page 03 revealing that she did not want to live any more and told her husband Prince Harry ISLAMABAD: The nation- Experts call for early she did not want to live any now we’ve got our family. to,” Harry said. Harry said al tally on Monday of total restoration of Azerbaijan’s IP Report more and told her husband We’ve got the four of us and he continued to ask his active COVID-19 cases re- liberated areas Prince Harry. UK Prime Minister our two dogs.” The Duke family for help, and had corded 18,415 with 1,592 – Page 04 CALIFORNIA: Prince Har- There were discussions and Duchess of Sussex also several conversations with more people tested pos- ry and Meghan Markle refuses to comment itive for the deadly virus Azerbaijan among the royal family said they did not “blindside” his father, even to the point reconstruction: spoke out about their time about her and Prince Har- either Queen Elizabeth or where his own father wasn’t and 1,038 people recov- A way forward in the royal family as their ry’s son’s skin color. News Desk other members of the royal answering his calls. ered from the disease dur- – Page 05 much-awaited interview Meghan Markle revealed family when they announced Additionally, Meghan said ing the last 24 hours. with Oprah Winfrey finally the British royal family re- LONDON: UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson de - they would take a step back that “in the months when I Twenty-two corona pa- ICCI to promote sports aired on Sunday. During the fused to make her son Ar- clined to comment on whether Buckingham Palace from official duties. was pregnant… we have in tients have died during activities for businesses interview, The Duchess of should launch an investigation into allegations of past 24 hours, who were – Page 06 chie a prince partly due to Meghan said she had a “clear tandem the conversation of Sussex revealed the truth conversations about how racism following Harry and Meghan’s interview and real and frightening he won’t be given security, under treatment in hospi- Pope ends historic about her marriage to the dark his skin might be. with Oprah Winfrey. thought” about suicide while he’s not going to be given a tal, according to the latest Iraq visit with Duke, saying she and Harry In the bombshell interview, “The best thing I can say is I have always had the a working member of the roy- title, and also concerns and update issued by the Na- messages of coexistence had married three days be- the pair also revealed their highest admiration for the Queen and the unifying al family. Harry said she did conversations about how tional Command and Oper- – Page 07 fore royal wedding. second baby will be a girl. role she plays in our country and across the Com - not receive any support from dark his skin might be when ation Centre (NCOC). Dur- monwealth,” he said during a press conference Serena Hotels mark Meghan described her own Speaking to the talk show the royal family over her men- he’s born.” “If I knew that if ing the last 24 hours most Int’l Women Day “suicidal thoughts” in an host, the duke said, “to have on Monday. He said he has spent a long time not tal health, saying, “it was not I didn’t say it, that I would of the deaths had occurred – Page 08 exclusive interview with Op- a boy and then a girl, what commenting on royal family matters, and “I don’t a conversation to be had.” do it. I just didn’t want to be in the Punjab followed by rah Winfrey, revealing that more can you ask for? But intend on departing from that today.” “I didn’t know who to turn alive any more.” Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. IslamabadPOST 02 NATIONAL Tuesday, March 09, 2021 ‘Sufferings Briefs of Kashmiri NFC award women go weakened the unabated’ ISLAMABAD: Chairman infrastructure Kashmir Committee Shehryar Khan Afridi on Monday said the miseries taff eport S R and sufferings of Kashmi- LAHORE: PML-Q Deputy ri women at the hands of Secretary Information Kha- brutal Indian forces con- waja Rameez Hassan has tinued to go unabated. said that 18th Amendment In his message on the and NFC award weakened occasion of International the infrastructure of the Women’s Day, he urged state. The development of the world to pressurize In- the country is possible with dia to end plight of women the establishment of a pres- in Indian Illegally occu- idential system of govern- pied Jammu and Kashmir ment and strong local bod- (IIOJK). ies. Past governments have “Kashmiri women are not ridiculed the constitution on safe in their own houses. the basis of party majority They are true face of re- and prolonged their rule by sistance in IIOJK, ” he distorting its true form. The tweeted. biggest disadvantages of the He further added that In- 18th Amendment were the dian forces were using elimination of uniform edu- rape as tool of genocide in cation system and the pro- Kashmir to break resolve motion of provincialism on of Kashmiris for freedom linguistic grounds. Which from Indian illegal occu- really weakened the feder- pation as women teach ation. their kids to fight oppres- sion. – APP Dist admin ISLAMABAD: Senator Faisal Javed and Senator Zeeshan Khanzada called on Prime Minister Imran Khan. – DNA sealed 18 Daraz marriage halls launches WPC, UNFPA organize special Ibtida Ishfaq mughal FAISALABAD: The dis- Nazir Siyal trict administration has event to pay tribute to WWDs KARACHI: Daraz, the sealed 18 marriage halls leading E-Commerce plat- in one day for violating the Addressing the participants, form in Pakistan, has an- Marriage Act and Corona Zubair Ahmad Speaker NA Asad Qaiser said nounced SOPs, besides registered that National Assembly was the launch of “Ibtida” on cases against 14 persons ISLAMABAD: Women Par- committed to support effec- this International Wom- and imposed heavy fines liamentary Caucus (WPC) in tive implementation of rights en’s Day with the mission on the management of one collaboration with the Unit- based legislation for persons to empower local female marriage hall. According to ed Nations Population Fund with disabilities and women entrepreneurs on its plat- details, on the directions of (UNFPA) on Monday organ- with disabilities that would form. Ibtida is a program Deputy Commissioner Mu- ized a special event here at also be included in decision that will enable women hammad Ali, the Assistant Parliament House for paying making processes. to establish online shop- Commissioners checked tribute to the achievements He said that persons with dis- ping stores on Daraz and the marriage halls across and successful life of ‘Wom- abilities are our priority and take advantage of the plat- the district and during the en with Disabilities’ (WWDs) recently constituted special form’s hundreds of thou- marriage ceremonies for under the theme “Women committee on disability in sands daily active users, violating the Marriage Act Leadership in Achieving an parliament will make sure generate higher sales and and Corona SOPs, Qureesh equal future in a Covid-19 that rights of persons with grow their businesses. Marriage Hall One and Two world”. disabilities are not violated This initiative is a promis- Millat Road, Cottage Mar- Speaker National Assembly in the country, adding that ing source of sustainable riage Hall Daewoo Road, Asad Qaiser was the chief women with disabilities in contributed their efforts in sons with disabilities. Hassan said, “The rights ment opportunities. income for small and large Canal Palace, Sheraton, guest on the occasion while Pakistan will be included in bringing their recognition in He said equal rights would be of persons with disabilities Director Special Talent Ex- business owners to get ac- Zoom, Koh-i-Noor, Victoria Deputy Speaker Qasim Khan the parliamentary systems the society”, he said. given to persons with disabil- bill will protect the rights of change Program (STEP) cess to ecommerce tech- Executive, Lyallpur Gym- Suri, Secretary WPC MNA very soon. Speaker said the main agen- ities in any sector including PWDs in the country.” Abia Akram, Zala Qaiser nology during these chal- khana, Royal Palm, Victoria, Munaza Hassan, parliamen- “I congratulate all the moth- da of the government was to health and education. She said it will become a law daughter of Speaker Nation- lenging economic times Crown, Qullim, Taj Mahal tarians, diplomats, Canadian ers, daughters and sisters on provide equal opportunities Electric wheel chairs were in our regime and persons al Assembly, Lina Mousa, and will empower females and other marriage halls High Commissioner to Pa- this very precious day being to person’s with disabilities also distributed among de- with disabilities in the coun- Country Representative UN- to run their own stores have been sealed. Deputy kistan and a large number celebrated all over the world (PWD’s), adding that vaccina- serving persons on the oc- try will enjoy their life as FPA Pakistan and Atif Sheikh while sitting at home. Commissioner directed the of WWDs also attended the with highlighting success tion was also being provided casion. equal citizen having access Executive Director STEP Daraz as a platform has ACs to check the marriage event. stories all those women who on immediate basis to per- Secretary WPC, Munazza to education and employ- also spoke on the occasion. spearheaded successful halls on daily basis and seller empowerment ini- in case of violation cases tiatives previously as well should be registered against DC Faisalabad hails govt and given financial sup- their management and the port of up to PKR 8 crore violation of Corona SOPs policies to uplift women during COVID lockdown will not be tolerated at all. and supported 45,000+ Deputy Commissioner said sellers previously. With Abacus Ishfaq Mughal that the Punjab government the launch of Ibtida, Daraz appoints Fatima was taking priority meas- aims to empower specifi- FAISALABAD: Deputy Com- ures to give women their cally women, who other- Asad as CEO missioner Muhammad Ali rightful place in the society wise might not get as many has said that due to the ef- and to provide protection opportunities to sell with forts of the government and to them and the purpose of ease in the offline markets Staff Report social sector the confidence the program is to raise so- due to societal pressure LAHORE: Abacus a lead- of women has increased and cial awareness to advance and cultural norms. ing technology, consulting, they are seen working in the development initiatives Through this program, and outsourcing firm, an- every field, women belong- of this important section Daraz offers 0% commis- nounced that its Board of ing to the public and pri- of the society. He said that sion, free packaging and Directors has appointed vate sectors were provided Islam has also command- storage to female sellers Fatima Asad Khan as Chief services on the front foot ed to ensure protection of for the 90-day incubation Executive Officer effective during the covid 19 whose women’s rights and only by period. immediately. Whilst Asad greatness is being saluted empowering women can the The sellers will also have Ali Khan continues as Chair- by district administration.He goal of social development access to Daraz Universi- man of the Board, he will no said this while distributing be achieved.In this regard, ty which is a customized longer serve as the CEO. certificates among women apart from the overall wel- learning center to help Also, Muhammad Aamer on the occasion of Interna- fare measures for women, sellers belonging to differ- Chaudhary shall assume the tional Women’s Day. the district administration is ent cohorts improve their role of Vice Chairman of the LAHORE: Belarus ambassador to Pakistan Andrei Metelitsa, on his trip to Lahore, met with Paki- In-charge Control Room Mu- providing a safe and peace- performance. Board. Abbas Khan and Paul stani businessman at the Consulate of Belarus in Lahore. A fruitful exchange on the possibility of hammad Sadiq and other of- ful environment for working Register for Online Selling Batchelor shall continue as establishing joint ventures in the field of automotive and agricultural equipment occurred. – DNA ficers were also present. The women. in Pakistan with Daraz To- non-executivemembers of day! the Board of Directors and Additionally, through busi- Alliya Haider as Corporate Coca-Cola’s 5by20 ness performance manag- Secretary. Islam is the protector of er sellers will also have Over the last 24 years with access to insights from Abacus, Fatima has been program concludes seller marketplace busi- an integral member of the had Ashraf, VP and General women rights: Tahir Ashrafi ness performance tools. top leadership at Abacus Staff Report Manager for Pakistan and and spearheaded major Afghanistan region and Asma- the clerics said that Islam ed ahead of new academic Waqar strategy and technology KARACHI: The Coca-Cola ra Nomani, Human Resource initiatives across the firm’s Abid Raza and teachings of Quran-o- year for seminaries. They Company recently marked Director for Pakistan and Af- Sunnah commands for girls said that establishment of presents tax portfolio, most notably de- the monumental success of ghanistan region. livering solutions in Digital LAHORE: Religious scholars education and there is no new examination boards for proposals to its 5by20 program, which em- The idea of sustainability and leadership of different space for undrrage marriag- seminaries will strengthen Transformation, Enterprise powered 1.2 million addition- served at the heart of this Innovation, Corporate Gov- religious schools of thought es in Islamic Shariah. Islam the Madaris. government al women beneficiaries from strategic partnership be- said that Islam is protector does not allow forceful con- The clerics also demanded ernance, Strategic Change its original decade long target tween Coca-Cola and Kashf and Human Capital Manage- of women’s rights and advo- versions, said clerics. The of Chief Election Commis- DNA of economically empowering Foundation.To ensure a long- cated stern action against all clerics and religious scholars sioner to stop the use of ment. 5 million women by 2020. standing impact of this collab- “During this time of rapid those elements responsible also pledged to support and Minister on Religious money in elections. Address- LAHORE: Chairman The 5by20 program was oration, the10,000 Pakistani for underage marriages and endorse Prime Minister Im- ing the Pakistan Stability Ul- Technology Movement transformation, Fatima Asad implemented in more than women who benefitted from Harmony and Middle East Khan is clearly the best per- depriving girls from their ran khan to make Pakistan a chaired the Pakistan Stabil- ema-Mashaikh Convention, Pakistan Waqar Zaka has 150 countries around the this program were taught rights of education. state on the pattern of Medi- the clerics said that Islam mailed the necessary rec- son to lead the firm. Fatima world. In Pakistan, more than new skills through vocation- ity Ulemas-Mashaykh Con- has the track record of lead- Addressing at ‘Pakistan na Munawara. vention. and teachings of Quran-o- ommendations for Income 10,000 women beneficiaries al trainings which included Stability Ulemas- Mashay- Hafiz Muhammad Tahir Sunnah have stressed on Tax 2022-2021 to the gov- ing with innovation and cre- were economically empow- football stitching, ralli making The religious scholars speak- ating value for our stakehold- akh Convention’ which held Mahmood Ashrafi, Chair- ing with the convention said education for girls and un- ernment. ered as part of this program and transforming recyclable here on Monday in aegis of man Pakistan Ulema Coun- derage marriages are not According to reports, ers that we believe is critical in a strategic partnership waste material into sellable that registration process of to lead Abacus,” said Asad Pakistan Ulema Council, cil, Special Aide to Prime seminaries will be complet- permissible in Islam. Waqar Zaka in his recom- between Coca-Cola Pakistan handicraft products. mendations has made the Ali Khan, Abacus’ Chairman and Kashf Foundation. This In addition, these women en- of the Board. “We are on a transaction of crypto cur- achievement resonated more trepreneurs were also trained rency and payment of tax positive growth trajectory at strongly when it was formally on crucial areas of business Abacus, and I am confident on it a topic of discussion. announced at the Internation- management including prepa- In this regard, Chairman that this realignment of Ab- al Women’s Dayon Monday, ration of budget, promoting acus’ corporate governance Technology Movement March 08, 2021 during a their products through so- Pakistan Waqar Zaka said framework shall enable us to special panel discussion host- cial media/e-commerce plat- innovate at a faster pace with that after the explanation ed at The Coca-Cola Export forms, and provision of micro of SBP, since cryptocur- improved capabilities and of- Corporation’s head office in loans, which significantly ferings for our clients, and rency is legal in Pakistan Lahore following the topic of altered their socioeconomic and people are also trans- we would be able to ensure ‘women in leadership’. milieu. sustainable growth, con- acting this currency, the Accomplished women from While speaking about this ac- government should tax sistent with our vision and various fields of life partici- complishment, Fahad Ashraf, strategy.” As a pioneer in those who trade crypto- pated in this panel discussion General Manager and VP currency. the consulting, outsourcing, in person and through virtual at The Coca-Cola Export and technology space, he Benefit the national treas- attendance including Afia Corporation for Pakistan ury by receiving. Waqar added, “The impact Abacus Salam, Chairperson at Indus and Afghanistan region said, has made on our people’s Zaka has also discussed Earth Trust, Lubna Bhayat, “Since 2015, The Coca-Cola in detail the method of tax lives and collectively on our Former President at Women Foundation (TCCF) has in- client’s business is undenia- collection in his recom- Chamber of Commerce, and vested over USD 1 million mendations. ble, and I can see a glorious Bushra Khanum, Senior Man- in Pakistan under the 5by20 future ahead as we continue He said that if any re- ager at Kashf Foundation. program to economically em- sponse is received from to reinvent ourselves and be Top management officials power thousands of women the transformation partner the government, then from The Coca-Cola Export entrepreneurs so they can Technology Movement of choice for our clients and Corporation also participat- earn a decent living for them- LAHORE: A large number of women participating in ‘women walk’ on the eve of International partners.” Pakistan is ready for full ed in this event including Fa- selves and their families. Women’s Day organized by Jamaat e Islami women wing. –DNA cooperation. 03 IslamabadPOST

METROLITETuesday, March 09, 2021 Capital Briefs records 221 HEC fresh cases: announces NCOC PhDs’ interim Shaheen Hanif ISLAMABAD: COVID-19 placement cases continued to surge in the federal capital as 221 Athar Sufi new corona cases were re- ISLAMABAD: The High- ported from the city during er education Commission the last 24 hours, National (HEC) has announced Command and Operation Phase-II (Batch-II) of the Center (NCOC) said on Interim Placement of Fresh Monday. According to an PhDs (IPFP) Program, in- official of NCOC, as many as itiated to provide all Paki- 190 cases were reported on stani fresh PhD graduates Sunday while 251 cases were an opportunity to be placed reported on Saturday, which as Assistant Professors on was the highest figure dur- a tenure track system for a ing the last two months. period of one year. He said so far 45,740 cases Under the Programme, HEC were reported from the fed- has invited applications for eral capital while 509 deaths the fiscal year 2021-22 as were reported from Islama- ‘IPFP Fellows’ in all areas bad Capital Territory (ICT). of study/disciplines. He said 43,000 patients had Deputy Director National been recovered completely. Academy of Higher Educa- Meanwhile, on the direction tion (NAHE), MehwishJab- of the Ministry of National bar told MEDIA that due Health Services, the district to increase in the number administration of Islamabad of PhD holders, there was had continued surveillance of growing demand for such different streets of the capi- interim opportunities. tal to reduce transmission of HEC has given final dead- the infection in the selected line for the submission of ISLAMABAD: Wives of the Italian and Palestine ambassadors taking interest in various items displayed streets and other sectors. application as March 31, on the occasion of International Women Day at Islamabad Serena Hotel. – DNA 2021, she added. She urged PAC directs that candidates should fill required information on- FBR for line, upload mandatory doc- DAC monthly uments and apply at HEC e-portal http://eportal.hec. Speakers illustrate women meeting gov.pk/ipfp. Capital’s Ibrar Khan role in nation building ISLAMABAD:Public Ac- healthy counts Committee (PAC) on Monday directed Rev- serene This was closely followed by Dr. Humaira Shahbaz from Persian Department enue Division, Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) vibes revives whom spoke Iqbal’s on message for women and she concluded with Iqbal’s to ensure monthly Depart- mental Accounts Commit- Imran Tanoli statement: “The fate of a nation can be read from the forehead of its mothers” tee (DAC) meeting. trum. But the good thing is that all of Women’s Leadership Role in 21st tury. This was closely followed by Dr.Hu- The committee met here ISLAMABAD: The air qual- Zubair Ahmad women come together on inter- Century, Dr.RizwanaAbbasi HOD mairaShahbaz from Persian Department at Parliament House in the ity in the federal capital national women’s day.” IR department said, that to whom spoke Iqbal’s on message for women chairmanship of MNA Rana on Monday was recorded ISLAMABAD: Speakers at a seminar on Wom- He also said biases against lead successfully in this cen- and she concluded with Iqbal’s statement: Tanveer Hussain. healthy and clean as harm- en’s Day, illustrated the pivotal role of women the women are more deep tury and beyond, we need “The fate of a nation can be read from the Members of the committee ful ambient pollutants and their continued struggle for nation build- rooted in language and trans-personal leaders forehead of its mothers.” including Members Nation- dropped after recent rain ing in Pakistan. The seminar was organized culture. The gate keep- who are ethical, authentic Dr. Sobia Saleem of Urdu department and al Assembly (MNAs) Malik broke the prolonged dry by the department of International Relations ers of honor and culture and lead without egocen- Dr.Asma Naveed of Russian Department also Muhammad AamirDogar, spell since January in the of National University of Modern Languages exploit women’s bodies tricity by setting aside shared thoughts on the occasion on Women Noor Alam Khan, Muham- metropolis. (NUML), Islamabad to commemorate the for their narrow ideolog- personal desire for power. in Urdu Novel and Women Emancipation and mad Ibrahim Khan, Aameer Director General Pakistan International Women’s Day. Several distin- ical politics. However, the In today’s complex world Scio-economic development in Pakistan. It may Mehmood Kiani, Shahida Environmental Protection guished speakers spoke on the occasion. positive thing is that social women’s inherited attrib- as well be noted that NUML already entertains Akhtar Ali attended the Agency (DG Pak-EPA) Prof. Dr. Safeer Awan, Pro Rector Aca- consciousness about wom- utes will set them up to and upholds gender equity principles where its meeting. Senator Musha- Farzana Altaf Shah told APP demics NUML said, “Women’s movement en’s rights is increasing in the spearhead the transformation faculty consists of 45% females and 45% of its hid Hussain Sayed was also that Islamabad has got the is divided across the ideological spec- right direction. Covering the topic of leadership in twenty first cen- students comprise of young women as well. present on the occasion. best air quality recorded on Monday as not only Oxides of Sulphur and Nitrogen Dar lauds rather suspended particu- Govt to lift 7 million women late matter of 2.5 microns Activities organized on women’ role (PM 2.5) was also below the permissible limits. in national out of abject poverty: Sania “It is one of factor that the Women’s Day by UNHCR Capital had received a mild development ISLAMABAD: Special Assistant to Prime Minister (SAPM) Dr. Sania Nishtar on Monday shower but the efforts to nities, they are real heroes,” she said. said that the government was committed to lift seven million underprivileged women out of abject poverty enabling them to utilize their abilities as a productive citizen. In a mes- control air pollution have al- Raja Pervaiz In Islamabad, UNHCR is holding a virtual Khayam Abbasi ready been going on to con- event on the importance of mental health sage Dr. Sania Nishtar said, “A country cannot thrive when half of its population is not tain the risk,” she added. ISLAMABAD: UNHCR, the UN Refugee support during the COVID-19 pandemic and ISLAMABAD: PTI leader Us- educated and unable to fulfill their potentials. Therefore, at its core, Ehsaas program aims Otherwise, she said if the Agency marks International Women’s Day in response to the multiple ways, it has im- man Dar Monday lauded role to lift the 7 million poorest women in Pakistan out of poverty and help them to achieve pollutants ratio had been in Pakistan with several activities jointly or- pacted individuals and families. A psycholo- of women for political, eco- their potential.” She said, “Ehsaas program is a pioneering anti-poverty program in the on very higher side already ganized with refugees, UN Women and other gist, female refugees and local youth will par- nomic and social development country that aims to change this reality and ensure that all women, irrespective of their before shower, the pollut- partners. March 8 is a day celebrating the ticipate as speakers. An Afghan community of the country. In a message background, have the opportunity to succeed. There are currently over 250 policies under ants level would not have achievements of women globally and raising elder is also delivering remarks to advocate in connection with the Inter- the umbrella of Ehsaas, many of which are designed to specifically target women.” – DNA lowered as reported today. awareness about the importance of gender for girls’ education and greater participation national Women’ Day, he said equality. In recognition of the im- of women in community roles. the women’ participation was portant role that women have In Haripur, UNHCR, in coop- essential in national devel- Court adjourns played in the response to COV- eration with GIZ and IMC, is opment through provision of reference ID-19, the theme of Interna- presenting ‘change-maker equal opportunities to them tional Women’s Day in 2021 certificates and gifts to wom- in socio-political and other against Zardari is “Women in leadership: en and men who have made spheres of the nation building. Achieving an equal future in important contributions to The provision of suitable a COVID-19 world”. their communities, including working environment and DNA UNHCR’s Representative in community Outreach Volunteers, better opportunities to ISLAMABAD: An Account- Pakistan, Noriko Yoshida, ex- teachers, health workers and women was improved as ability Court (AC) on Mon- pressed her solidarity with entrepreneurs. In Quetta, compared to the past dec- day adjourned hearing till all women, but particularly UNHCR, UN Women and ades. However, there was March 15, on Thatha Water with refugee women in FAO are co-organizing an a room to further empower Supply Scheme reference Pakistan, who are active event, in collaboration with and facilitate women by ena- against former president in the service of their com- the Women Development bling them to play a leading Asif Ali Zardari and others. munities and bravely making a difference Department, to highlight stories of different role for the development of AC-II Judge Muhammad for all. “Since the outbreak of COVID-19 last initiatives and efforts that made a difference the country, Dar said. Us- Azam Khan adjourned hear- year, until now, I have seen daily examples in the response to COVID-19 in Balochistan. man Dar said “Women’ com- ing of the reference con- of women leading the way to deliver care in In Chaghi, UNHCR and its partner WESS, mitment to move forward nected with fake accounts our communities. Women working as doc- are holding an open forum together despite challenges is en- scam without further pro- tors and nurses, and also in other critical re- with the participation of male communi- couraging,” adding the gov- ceeding due to the lawyers’ sponse services. Their bravery in the face of ty members to discuss how community ernment was making efforts strike. The court also grant- personal danger was and is inspiring. Women awareness can be successful in prevent- to ensure safe working envi- ed one-day exemption from not only play important roles in our commu- ing and ending violence against women. ronment for the women. hearing to Asif Ali Zardari, Abdul Ghani Majeed and Nadeem Bhutto on their lawyers’ request. National Accountability Bureau (NAB) Prosecutor HEC, USAID celebrate success of Irfan Bhola and a prosecu- tion witness also appeared before the court. Mean- female scholarship recipients while, an employee of Asif Ali Zardari associated with different partner universities male students, researchers kistan needed more female aifullah Zardari House Islamabad S of Sindh participated in the and faculty members in engineers, entrepreneurs, AmjadIkhlaq approached Is- online interactive session. availing its scholarship and doctors, teachers, scientists, ISLAMABAD: The High- Alumni of the programme research grants. She un- and professional experts. lamabad High Court (IHC) er Education Commission challenging the NAB’s call shared their achievements, derlined that HEC followed Adviser Human Resource (HEC), Pakistan is commit- experiences, and future a zero tolerance policy Development, HEC Dr. Has- up notice through his lawyer ted to creating a conducive Farouk H. Naek. plans to inspire the women against women harassment san Jalil Shah said that the and enabling environment of less-developed areas to ac- at higher education institu- USAID programme provid- The petitioner had stated for women to acquire higher that he had no connec- quire higher education. tions. She said that the US- ed scholarships for meritori- education and garner their In partnership with HEC, AID was hand in glove with ous, but financially disadvan- tion with any transaction full potential, as women ed- of fake bank accounts and the USAID is offering schol- HEC to contribute to wom- taged, students since 2004. ucation and empowerment arships to financially disad- en empowerment through Under the programme’s first the NAB call up notice for leads to a prosperous nation. March 12, was baseless. vantaged students to study educational endeavors. phase, 1,807 scholarships This was stated by Executive in 30 partner universities In his remarks, Director Of- were given in fields of Agri- Previously, the notice was Director HEC, Dr. Shaista served to him for Febru- across Pakistan, where 50% fices of Education, USAID, culture and Business. Sohail while addressing a of the scholarships are re- Mr. Mark Sorensen high- He added that second phase ary 17, but he sought time virtual ceremony organized from National Accountabil- served for female students. lighted the importance of of the programme was on the occasion of Inter- Dr. Shaista said that women women empowerment in de- launched in 2013 at a total ity Bureau (NAB) due to national Women’s Day to sickness. However, he was empowerment and gender velopment of a country. He estimated cost of US$23.1 celebrate achievements equality were also a part of said that the USAID Merit million. He said that 570 again served call up notice of female beneficiaries of for March 12. The petition the HEC’s agenda, adding and Needs-based Scholar- scholarships were awarded HEC-USAID Merit and that the Higher Education ship Programme was aimed to students from different prayed the court to stop Needs-based Scholarships NAB action against him Vision 2025 also envisaged to educate and empower less-developed areas of and motivate young women educated and empowered the marginalized women Sindh, as the programme and grant him post arrest to acquire higher education. bail in the matter. women. She stated that of less-developed areas of opened doors to talented stu- Students and alumni from HEC was encouraging fe- Pakistan. He said that Pa- dents from across Pakistan. IslamabadPOST 04 TWIN CITIES Tuesday, March 09, 2021 Briefs Experts call for early restoration Govt to provide a secure of Azerbaijan’s liberated areas environment “Azerbaijan’s reconstruction to reconnect: a way forward” was jointly organized by to women Regional Integration Center, University of the Punjab, Lahore, ADA University, RAWALPINDI: The Rawal- Azerbaijan, and Center for Global & Strategic Studies (CGSS), Islamabad pindi Chamber of Com- its potential in the region. nect. merce and Industry (RCCI) DNA Pakistan and Azerbaijan Discussing the role of Paki- celebrated International have cooperation’s in mul- stan and Azerbaijan coop- Women Day here on Mon- ISLAMABAD: An Online tiple fields like education, eration, he highlighted that day with a theme, “One can International Conference diplomacy, and think tank the government of Pakistan be anyone”, to mark the day. was organized on “Azerbai- cooperation as well. Azerbai- dispatched humanitarian Speaking on the occasion as jan’s Reconstruction to Re- jan now wishes to establish aid to Azerbaijan. The as- Chief Guest Senator Fozia connect: A Way Forward”. enhanced economic ties sistance was intended for Arshad said that the PTI-led This conference was jointly with Pakistan. Furthermore, service members and other government was committed organized by Regional Inte- Azerbaijan and Pakistan can people working in the lib- to ensuring a secure and gration Center, University also collaborate in the fields erated territories. Further- enabling environment for of the Punjab, Lahore, ADA of infrastructure develop- more, the government and women to play their due role University, Azerbaijan, and ment and defense as well. people of Pakistan have in the national economy and Center for Global & Strate- He mentioned that during always stood by Azerbaijan country’s development. gic Studies (CGSS), Islama- his various meetings in Pa- and we are ready to provide She said our struggle was to bad. kistan, they tried to foster full support in reconstruct- provide equal opportunity The conference aimed to economic cooperation in ing the liberated territories and a platform for women to discuss the possible ways business and the economy. and returning IDPs to their get excel in their fields and and means to facilitate the Azerbaijan is ready to wel- homes. He also highlighted in policy making. process of reconstruction come companies from Paki- the importance of the Fron- Fauzia lauded the role of and mega infrastructural stan for investment and to tier Works Organization in RCCI for organizing such development in the liberated develop transport corridors reconstructing the newly tremendous events and areas of Azerbaijan. and mutual investments in liberated areas of Azerbai- said that the Chamber’s The conference was com- Azerbaijan. jan. approach towards women menced with the opening re- Discussing the liberated Prof. Dr. Iram Khalid, Chair- empowerment can be bene- marks of Dr. Fozia Hadi, Di- areas of Nagoro-Karabakh person of Political Science ficial for those who wanted rector, Regional Integration he highlighted that these Department, University of to start their businesses. Center, University of the areas were under Armeni- Punjab, Lahore highlighted Speaking on the occasion Punjab, Lahore. She high- an occupation and Armenia that regional connectivity President RCCI Mohammad lighted that Pakistan has al- has destroyed the history is gaining more and more Nasir Mirza said that no ways supported Azerbaijan’s and culture of these areas. importance. Culture serves nation can make progress stance against Armenia, we He appreciates Pakistan’s as a transmission belt to without the progress of are also the only country constant support during the engage and understand cul- women. that does not recognize the war with Armenia. Dr. Fariz tures, norms, and practices. “Rawalpindi Chamber al- state of Armenia. also mentioned that the year She emphasized that Paki- ways welcomed women to She also extended Pakistan’s 2020 was special for Azer- tract and attacked civilians lands was not an easy task He suggested that it is very Analyst & Member Board stan and Azerbaijan share participate in Chamber’s full support in the process of baijan and we hope that the and Azerbaijan Armed forc- but the performance, cour- important that civil society, of Experts, CGSS highlight- common cultural, historical, activities to bring change reconstruction of liberated years to come will open up es breaking several humani- age, strength, and bravery local support programs, and ed the atrocities committed and religious values. The in businesses, adding areas and suggested joint re- new chapters of cooperation tarian accords. of the Azerbaijan Armed human rights organizations by Armenia. He mentioned, relationship between both RCCI also established an search activities to connect between Pakistan and Azer- During a one-and-a-half- forces were exemplary in are involved in this process. that during the time of occu- countries is strong in the incubation center for busi- the academia of Pakistan baijan. He also shared few month conflict, Azerbaijan this regard. This war will Furthermore, it is impor- pation Armenia deliberately fields of diplomacy, econo- nesswomen to provide an and Azerbaijan. She was of pictures from liberated are- has liberated several cities be remembered in modern tant to keep in mind the two destroyed cities and villag- my, and political coopera- equipped place for women the view that academic link- as of Nagorno-Karabakh and and nearly 300 illegal set- warfare history. He also fundamental sectors, one is es, all cultural and religious tion as well. to display their products ages will play a great role in explained the destruction tlements and villages that highlighted that Azerbaijan the restoration of the infra- sites of Azerbaijan in the She was of the view that and hold meetings to pro- strengthening the bilateral caused by Armenian forces. were occupied by Armenia was supported by the inter- structure, and the second is occupied territories were now it is the time to fur- mote their businesses,” he ties of both countries. Dr. Mahboob Hussain, for the past three decades. national community for its economic rehabilitation. He demolished. International ther strengthen these said. Mr. Fariz Ismailzade, Ex- Chairman of Department of He further highlighted that legitimate stance over the is- extended his best wishes to media has documented the bilateral ties by building Earlier Convener of the ecutive Vice-Rector, ADA History and Pakistan Stud- Armenia has disturbed the sue. He also mentioned that the government and people facts of deliberate destruc- people-to-people contact event Ms. Noreen Ghaffar University, Baku, Azerbaijan ies, University of Punjab, La- geography of this region for there is a dire need of recon- of Azerbaijan for the suc- tion and desecration of the by arranging conferences, gave a detailed presentation highlighted that during his hore briefly shared the histo- the past many decades by its structing these areas and en- cessful reconstruction of the cultural and religious her- seminars, and other activ- on RCCI key initiatives for visit to Pakistan, he first- ry behind the Armenia and illegal occupation of Azerbai- sure their reintegration into liberated areas. itage of Azerbaijani people ities to bring closer the providing opportunity and hand witnessed the strategic Azerbaijan conflict. Armenia jan lands. the political and economic Dr. Mehmood-Ul-Hassan which requires reconstruc- people and specifically the platform for women entre- importance of Pakistan and breached the ceasefire con- The liberation of these infrastructure of Azerbaijan. Khan, Regional Geo-Political tion through regional recon- academia of both countries. preneurs. Chairperson CCP Ms. Rahat Kaunain, Business Women, IESCO issues PML-N gives Ms. Musrat Misbah, and ‘No nation can progress USAID PREIA Ms. Hassan power schedule dead line to Bano also spoke on the oc- end parallel casion and shared their suc- zi, F -17 / 1 & 2, RCCI I, II, without educated youth’ cess stories. – APP DNA II, IV, V, Chowk Pandori, Si- cates and diploma programs agriculture. highlighted efforts being body hala, Chakri, Arsalan Poul- ISLAMABAD: According Shujat Hamza related to modern agricul- He said that such initiatives made to increase agricul- try Farm, SPD, Padial, An- ABBOTTABAD: President CDA to start to Islamabad Electric Sup- tural machinery, held at Pir were not only need of the ture productivity particular- jara, Islampura, Kohistan, Pakistan Muslim League-N ply Company (IESCO)’s RAWALPINDI: Punjab Agri- Mehr Ali Shah Arid Agricul- hour to boost agriculture ly in the arid areas. Kashif Gul, Max Industrial, district Abbottabad Malik operation spokesman, System Main- culture Minister Syed Hus- ture University Rawalpindi production but also to play a On the occasion, Dr. Qamar Model Town, Industrial Es- Mohabbat Awan Monday tenance is in process. sain Jahanian Gardezi Mon- (PMAS-AAUR) Sub-campus key role in stabilizing the na- uz Zaman said the agricul- against tate, Ghazi Kohli, Jalala, gave a deadline of 15 days Therefore power supply of day said that no nation could Khushab. tional economy by providing tural development was inev- Rural Fateh Jang, Laniwa- to eliminate parallel body encroachment below mentioned feeders/ progress without educated, On the occasion, Vice Chan- opportunities for economic itable without the develop- la, State Bank, Humayun (PMN) and said that af- areas will be temporary sus- skilled and trained youth cellor PMAS-AAUR Prof. self-sufficiency to the youth ment of modern agricultural Road, Jail Park, Mecca ter the said period strict pended as per given sched- and Pakistan is blessed with Dr. Qamar uz Zaman, Ad- through skilled education. mechanization methods and Chowk, Rehmatabad I, II, action would be taken DNA ule: On 9th March, from talented youth. ministrator Sub-Campus He urged the citizens to their skill building. 502 Workshop, Bostan against the violators. 09:00 AM to 02:00 PM, He urged the academia to Khushab Dr. Ali Abdullah come forward and play He highlighted the impor- ISLAMABAD: The Capital Road, Chaklala, Scheme 3, He expressed these views Abu Bakar, Noor Moham- educate and equip the youth Shah, Deans and Directors a role for the success of tance of strong ties and Development Authority National Park, MSF , Mur- while addressing a press mad, Shamsabad, Shakrial, with new emerging skills of various departments of the plantation campaign collaboration between ed- (CDA) is conducting oper- ree Brewery, Gulistan Col- conference along with Faizabad, Katarian, Holy adding, the government was the University and dignitar- launched in accordance with ucational institutions and ations against illegal con- ony, Topi Pumping, Chakla- General secretary Zulfiqar Family, Bani, Azharabad, actively working to provide ies of Khushab District were the vision of the prime min- industry based on his expe- structions and encroach- la Garrison, JSHQ, Dandot, Abbassi. Jhangi, T&T Wani, modern skills to youth. present. ister to curb the rising envi- rience abroad and said that ments. Jund City, Jund City II-, He further said that feder- CWO, Mandi Bhalwal, The minister said this while The minister appreciated ronmental issues. PMAS-AAUR was working According to details, the Pari Feeders, 08:00 AM to al General Secretary Pa- Sugharpur , Riaz Shaheed, addressing the inauguration the efforts of PMAS-AAUR He also planted a sapling at on various projects to de- administration of CDA 12:00 PM, PGHS Feeder, kistan Muslim League-N Abdullahpur, Rawal, Islam- ceremony of Green Cam- for starting Livestock As- Sub-Campus Khushab. He velop modern technology is conducting large scale 09:00 AM to 03:00 PM, Ahsan Iqbal directed to pura, Sandal, Tarlai, H-8, pus set up under the Prime sistant Diploma besides Di- informed the participants in collaboration with other operation against illegal Capt. Nisar Shaheed, Baral take strict action against Highway, Iqbal Town, Fa- Minister’s 10 Billion Trees ploma Program in Modern that the ministry of Agricul- organizations to promote occupation and illegal con- Army, CMH Army, Mangla all those who are running ziaya, NPCC-2, Lohi Bhair, Tsunami Programme and Agricultural Engineering for ture was also taking practi- agricultural development at structions. Land grabbers il- Cantt, Gadari, Bhaini Feed- parallel bodies under par- Coral, Gharial, I-14/3, Nog- the launch of various certifi- the development of modern cal steps in this regard and the national level. legally occupied plots worth ers, 09:00 AM to 04:00 PM. ty regulations while the billions of rupees in I-8 Mar- old members of the party kaz and IJP Road. The valu- should unite all under the able plots have been handed NEPRA celebrates umbrella of Pakistan Mus- over. The operation against lim League-N . the land grabbers is being Mohabbat Awan stated supervised by the Enforce- Int’l Women’s Day that the party also sets an ment Department of CDA. age limit for the members DNA of the youth federation, PAL those who do not qualify ISLAMABAD: International should voluntarily resign celebrates women’s day is a global day and join the mother wing, celebrating the social, eco- any person above 38 years International nomic, cultural and political of age cannot become an Women Day achievements of women. This office bearer of the youth day also marks a call to action wing. for accelerating gender par- Talking about the issues DNA ity. International women’s event was attended by all NE- of district Abbottabad he day means acknowledging the PRA female employees and ISLAMABAD: A seminar en- criticized the slow pace of women throughout the histo- Head of Departments. Mrs. titled “Ahl-e-Qalam Women’s” construction work on the ry that have paved the way so Erum Tauseef, wife of Chair- and “Poetry of Pakistani Lan- main Mansehra road and that the women can achieve man NEPRA was the Chief guages” was organized by the demanded to complete the their dreams. Guest of the event. She highly Pakistan Academy of Letters project within due time. NEPRA celebrated Women’s appreciated the contributions (PAL) on the occasion of In- He also underlined the Day for the very first time at and dynamic role of the NE- ternational Women Day here need for a CT scan ma- NEPRA Tower, Islamabad PRA’s women in development on Monday. chine at Ayub Teaching with the aim to empower of the power sector and also The Programme presided Hospital which was out of women and celebrate their ef- hoped that they will play a vi- over by Parveen Tahir. ISLAMABAD: Large number of women participating in Awrat Azadi March on eve of International order from last more than forts and contributions. This tal role in empowerment. Wajiha Qamar, Parliamentary Women’s Day organized by Women Democratic Front near National Press Club. – DNA one year. –APP Secretary for Federal Educa- tion & Professional Training, was the Chief Guest. Mahja- Nandipur been Ghazal Ansari from U.K was the guest of honor. Dr. reference Yousuf Khushk, Chairman, PARC and ICIMOD celebrates Int’l Women’s Day adjourned till PAL presented the welcome “PARC is also taking part in varied women-focused initiatives including kitchen-gardening address. Fakhra Batool, Dr. Mar 22 Sofia Yousaf, Dr. Farhat Ja- and agricultural inputs to provide economic substance to the women” been Virk, Dr. Fakhra Nou- taking part in varied women-focused ISLAMABAD: An Account- reen, Yasmeen Hameed Sha- DNA initiatives including kitchen-garden- ability Court (AC) on Mon- hid and Manila Nadeem also ing and agricultural inputs to provide day adjourned hearing on addressed the seminar. ISLAMABAD: In connection with economic substance to women. He Nandipur Power Project Later, a mushaira of Pakistani International Women’s Day cele- further added, households technolo- reference till March 22, languages was held in which brations, International Centre for gy has resulted in women inclusion against former prime min- poetess representing Paki- Integrated Mountain Development and new concepts of business devel- ister Raja Pervaiz Ashraf stani languages presented (ICIMOD) in collaboration with Pa- opment in country. Women inclu- and others. their poetry. Mushaira was kistan Agricultural Research Council sion can upscale country’s economic AC-III Judge Syed moderated by Durr-e- Sheh- (PARC) Ministry of Climate Change, opportunities in post COVID era”. Asghar Ali heard the graft war Tawseef. Embassy of Nepal in Pakistan, Na- Mr. Tapas Adhikari, Ambassador, reference filed by Nation- Wajiha Qamar, Parliamentary tional Commission on Status of Embassy of Nepal was the guest of al Accountability Bureau Secretary for Federal Educa- Women, Rural Support Programmes honor at the occasion, “he admired (NAB) against Pervaiz tion & Professional Training, Network, Hashoo Foundation, Tech- the women work displayed at the Ashraf and Shumaila Me- addressing the gathering, nology Times, International Islamic stalls and said, Pakistan’s efforts in hmood. said that women writers have University, Roots Millennium Ox- engaging women in economic activ- NAB prosecutor Waseem played an important role in bridge Campus, local communities ities particularly the government’s Javed and witness Faheem promoting peace and toler- from Gilgit Baltistan and other local handicraft exhibition was also the ucation, health, commerce, science edge and highlight the performance flagship programme of Ehsaas Aam- Ahmed appeared before ance in the country. “We need partners organized a seminar, which part of this seminar. & technology, conservation, and de- and commitment of women as dan Programme is a breakthrough the court. to give women creators equal was attended by number of women The objectives of the seminar was velopment. health care workers, caregivers, in- to this part. The interest-free-loans The court adjourned hear- opportunities with men so social activists, educationists, entre- to highlight the issues women facing Chairman PARC, Dr. Muhammad novators, community organizers and to women has not only built the con- ing of the case without that they can play a full role in preneurs, researchers and workers in leadership and their contributions Azeem Khan views “we all are gath- national leaders while combating the fidence of women but enhanced the further proceeding due to all walks of life,” she said. from all walks of life. Women’s local towards nation building through ed- ered here to appreciate, acknowl- COVID-19 pandemic. NARC is also output of the programme”. lawyers’ strike. – APP Tuesday, March 09, 2021 05 IslamabadPOST Pakistan’s First And Only Diplomatic Daily Editor-in-Chief: Ansar Mahmood Bhatti An extreme measure Deputy Editor: Abid Raza Combatting terrorism N the petition of a citizen, Nadeem Umar, the AKISTAN’S fight against terrorism continues as oper- Pakistan Information Commission (PIC) has ABC CERTIFIED ations in North Waziristan resulted in the successful O asked the establishment division to make public Vol: 01 Issue: 295 P killing of eight members of the Tehreek-i-Taliban Pa- kistan (TTP) and confiscation of a large cache of arms from the details of assets owned by civil servants, particular - Email: [email protected] ly officers of powerful service cadres such as Pakistan their hideout. Considering that the complete eradication of Administrative Service (PAS) and Police Service of Pa - Phone: 051-2266165 / 051-2261960 terrorism depends on the willingness of external powers—like kistan (PSP). The commission’s rationale is that public Off: Awan Plaza, Block 18-A, G-8 Markaz Islamabad India—to cooperate, we may not be able to escape from the interest in this case is larger than any harm to personal grips of such extremism. However, this report is evidence of privacy of the civil servants who fail to fulfil their obliga - the fact that we have effectively reduced the intensity of the tion of submitting details of their assets. problem to become an inconvenience that must be resolved The establishment division appears to not be responding immediately. It is clear to our authorities that the fight con- to the order, so the PIC has the option to initiate con - tinues domestically and internally, and all efforts must still be tempt proceedings against any official for non-compliance focused towards eliminating terrorism as a whole. of its orders. However, the establishment has just cause According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) to not be happy with this order. Accountability is needed press release, many of those who were killed were com- in the civil service and it is true that the lack of trans - manders in the TTP. Furthermore, they were found to be integral members behind IED attacks, killings, kidnappings, parency when it came to the assets of civil servants was firing and extortion who were aided and motivated by the eroding public trust in the bureaucracy. degree of regional instability present in the status quo. But any order to initiate accountability needs to be through Such circumstances are inevitable when problematic actors like a proper process and keeping in line with the constitution India refuse to come to the negotiation table to initiate a dia- and basic human dignity. This is an extreme measure—dis- logue in pursuance of peace and harmony. Instead funding for closing all assets of civil servants, and the list of officers, terror groups such as TTP remains a key strategy in the Modi with their designations and current posting data, who had government’s playbook. Even the possibility of settling for cor- never submitted their assets’ declaration can be potentially dial relations, in contrast to the idea of friendly ones, has been dangerous. There are other ways which still maintain some rejected by the lack of reciprocation from our neighbour despite degree of privacy to hold civil servants up to account. the tireless and generous efforts of the Pakistani government. From a practical aspect, such drastic steps are not efficient This creates the perfect breeding ground for violent retaliatory nor easy to carry out, so it is not surprising that the estab- terrorism that our authorities must battle on a regular basis. lishment division is taking its time evaluating the order. For It must be understood that tough circumstances will prevail such an initiative, a proper software might be needed to de- if national stability lies in the hands of external powers and tect and list the names of the civil servants. It would take a their temperaments. Despite this, we have prevailed in our lot of time and effort to wade through the lists, check all the mission to reduce terrorism, if not completely destroy it. assets and determine which are beyond their means. Surely, The momentum must be kept as the government expands its there can be a more effective, less stringent or invasive way. approach to all levels to push the threat even further back. Azerbaijan reconstruction: A way forward N Holy Quran Allah Almighty says help others in liberated territories of the country. structure left in Jabrayil, Fuzuli, Zangilan, and Gubadly,” Dr. Mehmood Ul Hassan Khan virtue and stay away from vice. Islam promotes real On its part, Pakistan’s armed force Chief General Javed four of the seven regions that Azerbaijan regained control I brotherhood which cares about others pains, sorrows Qamar Bajwa that his forces fully support Azerbaijan’s po- of. “It’s going to cost about as much as Azerbaijan spends and motivates to assist. The topic of my speech is based sition in the occupied Nagorno-Karabakh. in a year” on its entire budget, on gust of unlimited ancient prophecies and lessons of Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Mujahid Anwar Azerbaijan will also likely try to attract private financing modern community development and human survival. Khan paid personal visit to Azerbaijan and lauded the pro- for the reconstruction. Many entrepreneurs, natives of Let us talk about cultural reinvention, re-connection and fessionalism of Azerbaijan Air Force and assured his full these regions, will probably want to invest in the recon- Pakistan and Azerbaijan connectivity which started many support especially in the domain of training which another struction of industrial and commercial enterprises in their centuries ago in shape of Multani Caravanserai to Hajji way of reconstruction and re-connectivity. villages and towns and may even offer some donations Zeynalabdin from Bibi-Heyba to Bibi Pak Daman. From late To show spirits of solidarity, support, true sentiments of Azerbaijan official said that it will simplify procedures Heydar Aliyev to Ilham Aliyev and from Benazir Bhutto to brotherhood and harmony and love Chairman Joint Chiefs for planned investment in its recently liberated territo - incumbent Prime Minister Imran Khan Caravans of true of Staff Committee General Nadeem Raza paid personal ries, adding that Turkish companies will be prioritized friendship, brotherhood, mutual respect, love and harmony visit to brotherly country Azerbaijan and extended his in tenders in a bid to improve the quality of construc - have been achieving new heights since its beginning. support to de-miming the newly liberated areas because tion projects. During the 14th Summit of Economic Cooperation Or- fascist Armenia polluted all the liberated areas with deadly The government plans to help facilitate the reconstruc- ganization (ECO) the President of Azerbaijan H.E. Ilham mines. It is again Pakistan’s government and armed forces tion process for foreign investors. With the legislative Aliyev appreciated positive, permanent, productive and commitment towards the resettlement and reconstruction amendments, the bureaucratic barriers in tenders will be participatory role of Pakistan from the first day of war of Nagorno- Karabakh and all the adjacent areas. removed and the base price list of construction material which vividly reflected its true spirits of brotherhood, While visiting to Baku Director General Frontier Works ordered by companies will be updated. Turkish President Recep solidarity, love and compassion. The President welcomed Organization (FWO) of Pakistan, Major General Kamal “Turkish and Azeri companies are jointly working on Tayyip Erdogan also Pakistani government, private companies, businessmen Azfar assured full support of his organization in re - the construction of a new road from Fuzuli to Shusha. and investors to invest in the newly liberated areas Na - settlement and reconstruction activities in the newly This is just the first step. Turkish companies have un - appreciated Azerbaijan gorno- Karabakh. During the time of occupation Armenia liberated areas. FWO specializes in civil and military dertaken projects worth $16 billion in Azerbaijan so far. deliberately destroyed cities and villages, all cultural and infrastructure, communications projects and mining in Not just in Karabakh, but throughout all Azerbaijan, which liberated its lands religious sites of Azerbaijan in the occupied territories. Pakistan. Since its establishment in 1966, it has been Turkish companies will able to give advantaged offers. Mosques were used as stables for pigs and cows. Interna - credited with the construction of bridges, roads, tun - It will increase competition and quality in projects, thus from Armenian occupation tional media has documented the facts of deliberate de - nels, airfields and dams in Pakistan. Its objectives in - creating a win-win situation. struction and desecration of cultural and religious herit - clude projects related to civil, construction, combat, Being prominent regional expert of Azerbaijan & CIS I with a glorious victory and age of Azerbaijani people which requires reconstruction structural, and military engineering. The FWO led the would like to suggest that comprehensive city planning through regional reconnect. design and construction of the Karakoram Highway. should be formulated to promote start living, smart opened the doors of a new In this context, the new connectivity corridor which will The Pakistani government also dispatched humanitarian city, smart village in all the liberated areas as soon as pass through historic Azerbaijani land of Zangazur and aid to Azerbaijan. The assistance was intended for service possible. There is an ample opportunity to utilize vast era in the region. During link Azerbaijan with its inseparable part Nakhchivan Au- members and other people working in the liberated terri- potential of green energy resources in all the newly lib - tonomous Republic and Turkey will create new opportuni- tories. Pakistan’s ambassador to Azerbaijan, Bilal Haye, erated areas which should be tapped by Pakistani public 2nd Trilateral Meeting ties in the transportation sector in the region. said the aid was another example of the country’s broth- & private companies. On his part, Prime Minister of Pakistan Imran Khan, erly attitude towards the Azerbaijani people. The govern- Serious and sincere efforts should be initiated to form of Pakistan-Turkey and who chaired the summit, first greeted the summit par - ment and people of Pakistan always stood by Azerbaijan an “Infrastructural Development Bank” by polling finan- ticipants especially Azerbaijan for its victory and as - and ready to provide full support in reconstructing the cial resources. A “Joint Construction Company” may be Azerbaijan Pakistan assured sured his government support in the reconstruction liberated territories and returning IDPs to their homes. a right step in right direction in which FWO and Turkish and resettlement activities in the newly liberated areas. On its part, the Azerbaijan government is pushing for - private companies may jointly excel. A Joint Hot-Line” to Azerbaijan of its support Moreover, assurance was also given by Prime Minister ward with an ambitious plan to reconstruct the terri - be shared with housing ministries and private companies Imran Khan to the visiting Azerbaijani Foreign Minister tories. A new master plan will be drawn up. Relevant is the need of the hour. A Joint Working Group of Re-con- for rehabilitation and Jeyhun Bayramov during a meeting in Islamabad. instructions have been given. A master plan will be de - struction” may be a functional idea to proceed further. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan also appreciated veloped for each city. All office buildings, public build - The trade turnover between Azerbaijan and Pakistan reconstruction activities Azerbaijan which liberated its lands from Armenian occu- ings, schools and medical centers will be established amounted to $13.2 million in 2020, with export amount- pation with a glorious victory and opened the doors of a here. All infrastructures will be put in place. Streets, ing to $1.6 million and import to $11.6 million. In January in the newly liberated new era in the region. parks and alleys will be built. 2021, trade turnover between the two countries amounted During 2nd Trilateral Meeting of Pakistan-Turkey and It is estimated that fully reconstructing the newly liber- to $1.1 million. Now time has come to jointly work for the territories of the country Azerbaijan Pakistan assured Azerbaijan of its support for ated areas would likely take 10 years and cost 25 billion further strengthening of bilateral trade, FDIs, joint ven- rehabilitation and reconstruction activities in the newly manats (about $15 billion). There is basically no infra- tures and reconstruction activities in the days to come. AMAN-21-The message resonates ROM now onward Pakistan would only partner kistan Navy for holding such a large-scale exercise in post velopment of Blue Economy under a Secure and Sustainable Muhammad Azam Khan another country in peace; we will not become Covid period. One of your (Pakistan Navy) greatest achieve- Environment: A shared future for Western Indian Ocean”, “F part of any other conflict, we will not join any ment, as one must learn from all and everyone, is to bring the erudite speakers proffered creative solutions to oceanic other country in its conflict” Imran Khan, Prime Minister Russia and United States together on a single platform; for problems afflicting the region. Notable luminaries included, of Pakistan, speaking at World Economic Forum, 2020. that alone Pakistan and Pakistan Navy deserves rich tributes. Secretary General IMO, President J&K, Dr. Gunter Pauli AMAN-21 aimed to With its tag line, “together for peace” resonating powerfully It becomes singular since the two countries (Russia and the and Senator Sherry Rehman. Commander US Naval Forces in the far reaches of the Indian Ocean region and beyond, United States) have been hostile and at odds since 2014—and Central Admiral Samuel Paparo delivered his keynote ad- strengthen and develop the 42-country multinational mega biennial exercise AMAN- for this you (Pakistan Navy) can comfortably add another jew- dress. His talk, “Enhancing Regional Maritime Security in 21 of Pakistan Navy concluded this February 16. A grand el in its crown”, so remarked Lt Gen KJ Singh during a live the Western Indian Ocean Region through Effective Mech- cooperation among international fleet review was held in the North Arabian video conversation on a private television network. anism”, was instructive. Dr. David Brewster of Australian Sea on the culminating day. With dozens of warships repre- AMAN-21 was split in two phases of harbour and sea. In National University talked about the challenges and opportu- world navies in order to senting wide ranging countries and stationed in a massive the former seminars, symposiums, discussion sessions, in- nities in changing maritime dynamics of Indian Ocean region formation natively called, “AMAN formation, the imposing ternational get-together, and cultural festivities to showcase and its implications for regional states. promote regional stability finale was witnessed by President of Pakistan, Dr. Arif Alvi. Pakistan as an opulent society with great traditions were The second day of the conference saw presence of Special and to counter common He was joined by the Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs, profitably held. In the next phase, tactical manoeuvres and Assistant to Prime Minister, Dr. Moeed Yusuf as chief guest Minister for Defence Production, Chief Minister Sindh, exercises like anti-piracy, counterterrorism and search and during pre-lunch session. Eminent speakers shed light on maritime threats. It was Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee, Chief of the rescue missions etc. were conducted at sea. the, “Need of Maritime Security and Sustainable Growth-A Army staff and the Chief of the Air staff. This was besides AMAN-21 aimed to strengthen and develop cooperation among Shared Vision for Western Indian Ocean region”. In his key a rare opportunity for Emissaries of various countries in Pakistan. The traditional world navies in order to promote regional stability and to coun- note address on, “BRI and its implications on maritime se- AMAN formation denotes, “unity and collective resolve”. ter common maritime threats. It was a rare opportunity for par- curity in the Indian Ocean region”, Dr. Nong Hong, Exec- participating countries to The proceedings on the final day were reviewed by dignitar- ticipating countries to rub shoulders with global counterparts utive Director of China America Studies, USA, underlined ies while on-board, PNS MOAWIN. The name of the ship, putting aside their differences to work towards a common cause, the need for stability in the region in the wake of non-tra- rub shoulders with global PNS MOAWIN, itself signifies collaboration, or coming to- develop synergy and doctrinal interoperability to fight unconven- ditional security threats where interests of multiple stake- gether. Jointly constructed by Pakistan navy with a Turk- tional threats. The high point on closing day was the internation- holders converged. In the second session, federal Minister counterparts putting aside ish firm at local, Karachi Shipyard and Engineering Works al fleet review in which formation of ships conducted manoeu- for Maritime Affairs, Mr. Syed Ali Haider Zaidi was the (KS&EW), the ship stands as pride of the nation. It was vres while marine and Special Forces and air elements displayed chief guest. Scholars presented their thoughts on, “Devel- their differences to work commissioned as recently as October 2018 and aptly sym- their skills. There were Para jumps, and a fly past by Pakistan opment of Pakistan’s Maritime Sector and Blue Economy”. bolised the spirit that underpinned AMAN-21. Navy aviation as well as Pakistan Air Force. Aircraft from par- In the last session on 14 February, the discussants allud- towards a common cause, “I often queried that why my success should come as some- ticipating countries too flew past over the AMAN-21 formation. ed to the, “contemporary strategic environment related to one’s failure or why would my success mean that someone Earlier, the message of Chief of the Naval Staff, Admiral Niazi Indian Ocean region and opportunities for regional coop- develop synergy and must lose. There has to be a way where we all can win and be- was read out during the Opening Ceremony. In his message, the eration”. Renowned Senator Mushahid Hussain shared his cause this goes against the established thinking and psychol- Admiral warmly welcomed the participants of the exercise, the views on, “Building strategic partnerships”. doctrinal interoperability ogy, therefore it needs paradigm shift. Let’s come together; seventh edition in the AMAN series commandeered by Pakistan With progressing geopolitical shifts in the Indian Ocean re- understand each other, and fight the common enemy”, was Navy since 2007. ‘AMAN-21 will provide a medium to develop gion and its peripheries, maritime security has assumed a to fight unconventional the clarion call given by Chief of the Naval Staff, Admiral Mu- doctrinal synergy to tackle maritime security challenges and to distinctive significance for Pakistan. A stable order in the hammad Amjad Khan Niazi on the occasion of curtain- rais- enhance interoperability amongst navies at different pedestals region has now become an indispensable need for the coun- threats. The high point er for AMAN-21 on 12 February. On this occasion, a record of technological prowess to come together and secure a sustain- try. With the upcoming port of Gwadar projected as a re- number of naval and marine officers, ships and air unit crews able maritime environment’, read the message. gional hub and transhipment port in the wider Indian Ocean on closing day was the as well as observers from various countries witnessed the On 13 February, the Chief of Naval Staff, Admiral Niazi paid and given the external machinations against CPEC, mari- stirring flag hoisting ceremony at Pakistan Navy Dockyard, a visit on-board the Indonesian, Russian and Sri-Lankan naval time security was never so critically important to Pakistan international fleet review Karachi. These included representatives from, China, Rus- ships. The senior officers and each commanding officer of as now. Gwadar is tipped to become the hub of trade con- sia, Indonesia, the United States, United Kingdom, and Iran, the visiting ships received Naval Chief in befitting manner. necting South Asia, Middle East, Africa and Central Asia. in which formation of ships Sri-Lanka, Turkey, Malaysia and other ASEAN states as well They deeply appreciated the enduring efforts of Pakistan Perhaps the finest tribute to AMAN-21 came not from with- as African Union, EU, GCC and NATO. Navy in mustering global navies and working towards shared in Pakistan but outside, from eastern neighbourhood. “In- conducted manoeuvres The most striking feature of AMAN-21 was the presence of commitment of maritime peace, stability and legitimate or- dia’s Pakistan policy seems to have landed in a cul-de- sac. Russian Navy. It was icebreaking moment with arch-rival, der at sea. The highlight of the first phase of exercise, 13 It lacks credibility and has no future. A course correction while marine and Special the United States Navy showing presence alongside. The to 15 February was devoted to International Maritime Con- is overdue. AMAN-21 makes mockery of India’s aspiration last time Russian Navy conducted joint military drills with ference (IMC-21). The conference brought together a wide to be a ‘net security provider’ for littoral states in the Indi- Forces and air elements NATO members was in the “Bold Monarch” exercise in 2011. array of distinguished international and national scholars as an Ocean. The participation of Bangladesh and Sri-Lanka This move in AMAN-21 did not go unnoticed. Tributes were well as subject matter experts. The scholars addressed large in AMAN-21 speaks for itself”, asserted Ambassador M.K. displayed their skills aglow, even from across the border. “I must commend Pa- multinational gatherings. Under the overarching theme, “De- Bhadrakumar in his column on February 17, 2021. IslamabadPOST 06 WORLD / SPORTS Tuesday, March 09, 2021 Dahani Briefs receives star welcome Lebanon: upon return Protests continue DNA over political, KARACHI: The 22-year-old pacer Shahnawaz Dahani, economic who represented Multan crises Sultans in the Pakistan Su- per League (PSL) season six received a star welcome Foreign Desk upon his return to Larkana. The right-arm pacer, who BEIRUT: Protesters have has the capability of bowl- blocked roads with burning ing up to 145+ clicks, has tyres all over Lebanon for emerged as one of the po- the seventh consecutive tential stars to represent day, demanding an end to Pakistan in the future. the economic crisis that Former Pakistan captain has prevailed for more than Sarfaraz Ahmed shared a a year and a half of political clip where the people are paralysis. showering flowers to Da- Three main roads leading hani as he returned to his south into the capital Bei- hometown after making de- rut from Zouk, Jal al-Dib but in the PSL 6. and al-Dawra were blocked Dahani is the third-highest on Monday while, in Beirut wicket-taker of postponed itself, protesters briefly PSL 6. He bagged nine blocked the road in front of RAWALPINDI: German ambassador to Pakistan Bernhard Schlagheck meet female lawyers at Rawalpindi Bar Association and discussed about the wickets in four matches at the central bank. situation of Pakistani women in the legal sector & the challenges they face in this male-dominated profession. – DNA an economy rate of 10.33. “We have said several It must be noted here that times that there will be PSL 6 was postponed on an escalation because the Thursday after seven peo- state isn’t doing anything,” ple including six cricketers said Pascale Nohra, a pro- and a staff member tested tester in Jal al-Dib. ICCI to promote sports COVID-19 positive. In Tyre, a man tried to burn himself by pouring petrol on his body but civil de- SBP vows fence stopped him in time, the state news agency said. to increase Lebanon’s financial crisis, activities for businesses women’s role which erupted in 2019, that ICCI Sports Committee has driven nearly half of DNA should accelerate efforts for the population of six mil- promoting all sports includ- DNA ISLAMABAD: Sardar Yasir ing cricket, hockey, tennis, lion into poverty, wiped KARACHI: The State Bank out jobs and savings and Ilyas Khan, President, Is- badminton, kabaddi judo lamabad Chamber of Com- and others. of Pakistan (SBP) is taking slashed consumer purchas- initiatives under its compre- ing power. merce & Industry said that He said that the Sports the sports was an important Committee should develop hensive National Financial Protesters have been block- Inclusion Strategy (NFIS) ing roads daily since the source of generating eco- strong liaison with Paki- nomic activity as the global stan Sports Board and oth- to prioritize women’s finan- collapse of the Lebanese cial inclusion and will soon pound, which fell to 10,000 industry was valued at over er Sports Associations to USD 500 billion, therefore, explore opportunities for be launching its path-break- to the dollar on Tuesday, ing gender mainstreaming slashed about 85 percent of he urged that the Sports boosting sports activities Committee of ICCI should in the region. He said that policy called Banking on its value in a country rely- Equality, said Governor ing heavily on imports. focus on promoting various ICCI has recently organized sports activities for achiev- a very successful interna- State Bank of Pakistan, Dr. It was the last straw for Reza Baqir. many who have seen prices ing beneficial results for tional cycling gala as part the economy. He said that of promoting healthy sports He was speaking at an in- of consumer goods nearly house event held at SBP triple since the crisis erupt- the progress of many indus- activity and the Sports Com- tries was linked with sports, mittee should plan multiple Karachi Monday to com- ed. memorate the International The country has been rud- therefore, promotion of sports events in coming sports would boost their days. He assured that ICCI Women’s Day for appreci- derless since August last ating the role of women in year when caretaker Prime growth. He said this while would extend its full coop- presiding over a meeting of eration to the Committee in ICCI Sports Committee mittee for sports activities that the Sports Committee many other sports events general and in SBP and its Minister Hassan Diab’s cab- subsidiaries, in particular. inet resigned on the back of ICCI Sports Committee. such pursuits. briefed the ICCI President that would be organized in would organize a cricket would also be organized in Sardar Yasir Ilyas Khan said Zareef Khan, Convener of about the plan of his Com- the coming days. He said match in near future while coming months. Governor SBP, Dr. Reza the Beirut port explosion Baqir, was the Chief Guest that devastated swaths of and the event was attended the capital. by the Deputy Governors, Prime Minister-designate Allen leads Windies senior officials and female Saad al-Hariri was nomi- ICC announces expansion officers of SBP and subsid- nated in October but has to three-wicket win iaries in Karachi. For the failed to form a new cabinet first time in its history, the due to the political dead- West Indies finished on 134- Sports Desk 7, clinching the three-game of women’s game SBP staff throughout the lock with President Michel compete on the global stage Manu Sawhney, ICC Chief cord attendance for a wom- country witnessed the pro- Aoun. series 2-1 after a four-wicket ANTIGUA: All-rounder Fa- Sports Desk and importantly provides Executive said: “We have a en’s cricket event. gram available through in- A new cabinet is neces- win in the first match followed bian Allen clobbered three members with a window to clear focus and commitment “This decision to expand house livestreaming. sary to implement reforms by Sri Lanka’s 43-run victory sixes off the penultimate over KARACHI: The Internation- grow the game domestically to an ambitious long-term our women’s events builds Governor SBP, in his open- needed to trigger billions of in the second. Dananjaya was to lead West Indies to a nervy al Cricket Council (ICC) on to challenge internationally growth plan for the women’s on these foundations and al- ing remarks lauded all the dollars of international aid again the victim of some ex- three-wicket win against Sri Sunday announced the ex- as the changes take place,” game. We have been build- lows us to give more member good work done by women to fix the economy. plosive West Indies batting af- Lanka in the final Twenty20 pansion of women’s cricket ICC added. ing momentum around the countries greater opportuni- who are part of SBP and its On Saturday, Diab threat- ter Pollard hit six sixes off one International on Sunday. events post the 2023 cycle. On the other hand, ICC has women’s game for the last ties to compete on a global subsidiaries. ened to quit to raise the of his overs in the first game Chasing a modest target of ICC in a media release stated also announced the introduc- four years investing in global stage. He recognized Pakistani pressure on those block- on Wednesday. “I prepare for just 132, the two-time world that more teams will com- tion of a new tournament, broadcast coverage and mar- This means that more teams women for their vital role in ing the formation of a new everything, including bowling champions struggled in the pete in both the Women’s called the Women’s T20 keting to drive fan engage- will also get the opportuni- shaping and strengthening government. State news in the powerplay,” said Allen, run chase as their star trio World Cup and the Women’s Champions Cup and it will be ment. ty to compete in the qual- our economy and society. agency reported that Diab who earlier took 1-13 opening of Chris Gayle, skipper Kier- T20 World Cup from 2026 played in 2027 and 2031. Six “The results speak for them- ification pathways for the is scheduled to meet Aoun, the bowling. “When I look in on Pollard and Dwayne Bra- onwards as part of the ICC’s teams will take part with 16 selves with the ICC Women’s respective ICC events over several caretaker minis- the dressing room we have a PTI senators vo all flopped. Allen’s three long-term commitment to matches to be played in the T20 World Cup 2020 attract- the coming years. I am sure ters, the central bank chief lot of batting power. “I told Ja- sixes came off-spinner Akila growing the game globally competition ing record numbers, 1.1 bil- these initiatives will go a long and financial and security son Holder that I’m not com- receiving... Dananjaya as the 25-year-old and in a sustainable fashion, Two 50-over World Cups will lion video views, making it way in helping us achieve our officials on Monday. fortable batting against Hasa- From Page 01 Jamaican smashed a desper- ICC stated in a media re- be played in 2025 and 2029 the most-watched women’s strategic goal of continuing ranga, so I told him to bat him Election Commission of Pa- ately needed 21 off just six lease. while four T20 World Cups cricket event of all time and to build strength and depth out and I’ll be finishing. I just kistan, saying that its role balls faced at Coolidge Cricket “The revised formats will give have been scheduled for having 86,174 fans attending in the women’s game,” he backed myself in end. It was a had remained controversial PDM Ground. more teams the chance to 2024, 2026, 2028, and 2030. the final at the MCG, a re- added. good performance overall.” even in the past. “The ECP names... said the same thing even in the Daska by-election,” he From Page 01 Investigation reveals said. PM Imran Khan lashed He congratulated PDM for out at PDM’s joint candidate Yousaf Raza Gillani victo- for the post of Senate chair- ry achievement in Senate who returned COVID man, former premier Yousaf polls. “We want the Chair- Raza Gilani, adding that the man Senate to win the positive in PSL 6 PPP leader had “destroyed election and claim another tim to COVID-19 days after [the concept of] morality [in victory,” Bilawal vowed. Sports Desk the Integrity Officer’s test politics] and the entire na- Former President Asif came out positive. tion is watching his actions”. Ali Zardari congratulated LAHORE: Just after the an- Note, Fawad was tested Urging his party members Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani nouncement of a two-mem- positive on March 1 which to push back against the on his victory. Yousuf Raza ber independent panel to led to the postponement of Opposition’s narrative, the Gilani, Maryam Nawaz find loopholes in the bio-se- Quetta Gladiators-Islama- PTI chairperson said that Sharif, Raja Pervez Ashraf, cure bubble of the Pakistan bad United’s clash. his party’s senators were al- Nayyar Bukhari, Farhatul- Super League (PSL) season Three more participants ready receiving offers to sell lah Babar, Sherry Rehman six, it has been revealed that part of the event were test- their votes for the upcoming and Qamar Zaman Kai- Islamabad United’s Fawad ed positive the following day Senate elections. ra, Raza Rabbani, Faisal Ahmed was not the first to after all the teams under- “I know very well which Karim Kundi, Mahmood test COVID-19 positive. went PCR test. senator was offered what,” Khan Achakzai, Dr Abdul According to reports, Mul- On March 4, three more said the prime minister, Malik, Haider Hoti, Aft- tan Sultans’ integrity of- members from two different adding that money was ab Sherpao, Prof. Sajid ficer was the first individual franchises came out COV- used to influence the Sen- Mir, Senator Jamaluddin, to test COVID-19 positive. ID-19 positive, resulting in ate elections not only in Is- Owais Noorani and Shahid The official didn’t undergo the postponement of the lamabad but also in Khyber Khaqan Abbasi were pres- a mandatory isolation peri- PSL 6. Pakhtunkhwa. ent in the meeting. od and was allowed to travel Meanwhile, PCB has also Besides this, the sources home. announced a two-member SC never privy to the details said The integrity officer was fact-finding panel to investi- the PPP has also suggest- Rome: Roma’s Borja Mayoral vies with Genoa’s Ivan Radovanovic during a also part of Sultans’ dugout gate the flaws that occurred rules... ed to give authority of the Serie A football match between Roma and Genoa in Rome, Italy. and Fawad Ahmed fell vic- during the PSL 6. no-confidence motion in Punjab Assembly to the From Page 01 PML-N. He said that live coverage “The PPP will give the sug- was the right of the media gestion for the non-confi- and not any individual. No dence motion at the PDM Thousands of Indian women join farmers’ protests media house had request- platform while the PML-N resenting the colour of mustard aged and controlled by women, the open, in protest, but Modi doesn’t “Today Modi is sending wishes to ed for permission for live being the majority party Foreign Desk fields, the women took centre speakers will be women, there will care. He doesn’t care about moth- women across the country on In- broadcast of the court pro- will have a final say in this stage at one key site, chanting slo- be a lot of feminist perspectives ers, sisters, and daughters. He ternational Women’s Day. Who are ceedings, he added. regard,” they said while NEW DELHI: Thousands of wom- gans, holding small marches, and brought in, and discussions on doesn’t care about women. That’s these women he is sending wishes The AAG asked did freedom divulging the decisions of en have joined protests by farmers making speeches against the laws. what these laws mean for women clear,” said Mandeep Kaur, a fe- to? We are also like his daughters, of expression mean live the opposition alliance’s on the outskirts of New Delhi to “This is an important day as it rep- farmers,” said farm activist Kavi- male farmer who travelled 1,100km but he clearly doesn’t care about broadcast? meeting headed by Fazlur mark International Women’s Day, resents women’s strength,” said tha Kuruganti. “It is one more oc- (680 miles) from Chhattisgarh us,” said Babli Singh, a farm leader. Citing the example of hear- Rehman. demanding the scrapping of new Veena, a 37-year-old from a farming casion to showcase and highlight state to participate in the protests. Demonstrations were also held ings via video link, Justice “PPP will completely back agricultural laws that open up the family, who gave only one name in the contribution of women farmers Women have been prominent at at Jantar Mantar, an area of New Mansoor Ali Shah said that the PML-N in the no-con- country’s vast farm sector to pri- order to protect her identity. both in agriculture in India as well the forefront of the protests, which Delhi near Parliament where about technology had aided the fidence motion,” they vate buyers. “I believe if us women are united, as to this movement.” About 100 have posed one of the biggest chal- 100 women held placards denounc- court in many matters and said. The demonstrations on Monday then we can achieve our target women sat cross-legged in front of lenges to Modi since he took office ing the new laws and calling for helped to create ease. The Punjab Assembly cur- were held at multiple sites on the much quicker,” added Veena, who a makeshift stage in Ghazipur, one in 2014. their withdrawal. Justice Umar Ata Bandial rently has 369 members of capital’s fringes where tens of travelled from the northern state of the protest sites on Delhi’s bor- Many travelled with the thousands “Today we are finding ourselves un- said that Justice Faez Isa which the treasury bench- thousands of farmers have camped of Punjab to the sprawling Tikri der with Uttar Pradesh state. of male farmers who arrived at der attack at all fronts. As women, mentioned the decisions of es have the support of for more than three months to pro- protest spot. Holding the flags of farm unions, the protest sites in late Novem- as peasants, as workers, as youth foreign courts. 191 of them while PML-N test against the laws, which Prime More than 20,000 women gathered they listened to female farm lead- ber and have since organised and and students,” said women rights The AAG said that it was the has 166 lawmakers, fol- Minister Narendra Modi’s govern- at the site near Delhi’s border with ers speak and chanted slogans led protest marches, run medical activist Sucharita, who uses one stance of the government lowed by PPP with seven ment says are necessary to mod- the state of Haryana, police and against the laws. At least 17 took camps and massive soup kitchens name. “We are opposed to the laws that live telecast was not a ju- MPAs. – DNA ernise agriculture. event organisers said. part in a day-long hunger strike. that feed thousands, and raised de- that have been passed in favour of dicial concern but an admin- Wearing bright yellow scarves rep- “This is a day that will be man- “Women are sitting here, out in the mands for gender equality. corporations.” istrative matter of the SC. IslamabadPOST 07 BUSINESS / WORLD Tuesday, March 09, 2021 EU urged Briefs to probe France on Libyan PM- Islamophobia designate in Sirte for Foreign Desk unity gov’t PARIS: A global coalition of 25 non-governmental organ- vote izations (NGOs) has asked the European Commission to investigate France for its oreign esk F D state-sponsored support to TRIPOLI: Libya’s Prime Islamophobia. Minister-designate Abdul In a petition to Ursula von Hamid Dbeibeh arrived in der Leyen, president of the the coastal city of Sirte on European Commission, these Monday to present his unity NGOs representing 11 coun- government lineup to the tries have asked her to try House of Representatives the French government at the (parliament), a government European Court of Justice for spokesman told Anadolu imposing discriminatory prac- Agency. tices. “Dbeibeh arrived in Sirte to “France has implemented nu- present his cabinet forma- merous laws designed to limit tion to the members of the freedom of belief and punish House of Representatives the manifestation of religion, during a parliamentary ses- “said the petition. sion that will be held later Speaking to Anadolu Agency, today,” Mohamed Hammou- Samira Sabir from Sabir’s Le- da said. gal Services who submitted On Saturday, Dbeibeh pro- the petition to the European posed a unity government Commission on behalf of the of 27 members, promising alliance said Islamophobia SINGAPORE: High commissioner of Pakistan to Singapore, Rukhsana Afzaal, held a luncheon meeting with Ong Keng Yong, non-resident ambassador has become ingrained and that the government will pri- of Singapore to Pakistan. Gilbert Oh Hin Kwan, DG (South Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa), MFA also attended the meeting. – DNA oritize “improving services, mainstreamed in the Europe- unifying state institutions an societies. “Islamophobia and ending the transitional is not only a widespread and period by holding elections”. serious phenomenon in right- The parliament will debate wing circles, but it is also in- giving confidence to Dbei- grained in the mainstream of Pope ends historic Iraq visit European societies,” she said. beh’s government during today’s session. The legal activist said that Muhammad al-Raidh, a France provided an example member of the House of of how state actors have insti- Representatives, told Anado- tutionalized and legitimized lu Agency that some 90 dep- with messages of coexistence Islamophobia through hate uties from both Tobruk and speech targeting Muslims. Tripoli assemblies already The first-ever papal visit to Iraq, he toured four cities, including Mosul, Among the organizations who arrived in Sirte for Monday’s have signed the petition in- parliamentary session. the former ISIL (ISIS) stronghold where vast areas still lie in ruins cluded Representative Coun- cil of France’s Black Associ- ing Mosul, the former ISIL ruined Iraqi city spoke of the bloody battle by Iraqi In an apparent direct refer- whose courtyard was used ations, Muslim Rights Watch Foreign Desk (ISIS) stronghold where their lives under the brutal forces and an international ence to ISIL, Francis said by fighters as a shooting Vietnam kicks Netherlands, the Islamic vast areas still lie in ruins. rule of ISIL. military coalition to drive hope could never be “si- range. Central Council Switzerland, off COVID-19 BAGHDAD: Pope Francis In his addresses, he deliv- Francis saw the ruins of ISIL out. lenced by the blood spilled He then celebrated Mass and Muslim Association for has ended his historic tour ered messages of peaceful homes and churches in a “How cruel it is that this by those who pervert the in Erbil, capital of the au- Human Rights from Spain. vaccination of Iraq, departing the cap- coexistence, urging coexist- square that was the old country, the cradle of civi- name of God to pursue tonomous Kurdish region, ital Baghdad after visiting ence and safety for all. town’s thriving centre be- lization, should have been paths of destruction”. where thousands packed a campaign conflict-torn cities, meeting Intense security surround- fore Mosul was occupied by afflicted by so barbarous a Iraq’s Christian communi- stadium to attend. Key oil Muslim and Christian lead- ed his trip to Iraq. Military ISIL from 2014 to 2017, its blow, with ancient places ty, one of the oldest in the He received the most tu- HANOI: Vietnam’s Ministry ers and preaching peace pick-up trucks, mounted fighters ravaging northern of worship destroyed and world, has been devastated multuous welcomes of his price surges of Health on Monday started and coexistence over war. with machine guns, es- Iraq, killing Christians as many thousands of peo- by the years of conflict, fall- visit in Qaraqosh and Erbil, a COVID-19 vaccine inocula- On Monday, Francis waved corted his motorcade and well as Muslims who op- ple – Muslims, Christians, ing to about 300,000 from where most people were not above $70 tion campaign, the country’s one last time before board- plainclothes security men posed them. Yazidis and others – forcibly about 1.5 million before the wearing masks or practicing largest vaccination campaign ing the plane to the Vatican mingled in Mosul, the butts He sat surrounded by skel- displaced or killed,” he said. US invasion of 2003 and the social distancing despite a in history, with over 100 mil- after Iraqi President Bar- of their guns peeking out etons of buildings, dangling “Today, however, we reaf- brutal ISIL violence that fol- rising number of COVID-19 Foreign Desk lion injections expected to be ham Salih accompanied the of black backpacks slung concrete staircases, and firm our conviction that lowed. cases in the country. conducted nationwide, Viet- 84-year-old pontiff down a around the front of their cratered ancient churches, fraternity is more durable On Sunday, Francis also At the end of the Mass, the RIYADH: Brent crude futures nam News Agency reported red carpet to his flight. bodies. most too dangerous to en- than fratricide, that hope is flew by helicopter to Qara- last official event of his vis- surged above $70 a barrel Monday. During the pope’s trip, the In the pope’s Mosul mass ter. more powerful than hatred, qosh, a Christian town that it, Francis told the crowd: on Monday for the first time The first doses of AstraZene- first-ever papal visit to Iraq, on Sunday, Muslim and Much of the old city was that peace more powerful was overrun by ISIL fight- “Iraq will always remain since the COVID-19 pandem- ca’s vaccine began to be given he toured four cities, includ- Christian residents in the destroyed in 2017 during than war.” ers, and visited a church with me, in my heart”. ic began, while US crude at 8:00 a.m. local time Mon- touched its highest in more day to health workers directly than two years, following re- treating COVID-19 patients in Amb. Sajid ports of attacks on Saudi Ara- the Vietnamese capital Hanoi, China opposes Houthis Swiss vote to outlaw bian facilities. the southern Ho Chi Minh Bilal presents Brent crude futures for May City and the northern COV- missiles attack at Saudi oil credentials to facial coverings in hit $71.38 a barrel in early ID-19 epicenter Hai Duong Asian trade, the highest since province. President Sisi ‘burqa ban’ poll January 8, 2020, and were at The Ministry of Health said facilities: Spokesperson $71.11 a barrel by 02:55 GMT, that vaccination is an impor- exceptionally rare sight in up $1.75, or 2.5 percent. BEIJING: China on Monday DNA US West Texas Intermediate tant, effective, proactive and supported Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Desk Swiss streets. indispensable measure in the CAIRO: Ambassador of Pa- Even though the far-right (WTI) crude for April rose efforts to safeguard security $1.60, or 2.4 percent, to process of COVID-19 pandem- and stability and said it always kistan to Egypt Sajid Bilal GENEVA: Swiss voters have proposal “Yes to a ban on ic prevention, and a top priori- on Monday presented his narrowly approved a propos- full facial coverings” did $67.69. The April WTI price opposed attacks targeting ci- touched $67.98 a barrel earli- ty for the government to help vilians and civil facilities. credentials to Egyptian al to ban face coverings in a not mention the burqa or bring lives back to normal. President Abdel Fattah decision that critics brand- the niqab, local politicians, er, the highest since October “We support Saudi Arabia’s 2018. Yemen’s Houthi forces In the coming days, vaccina- efforts to safeguard security Al-Sisi in an impressive ed Islamophobic and sexist. media and campaigners tion will start in other cities ceremony held at the Pres- Official results showed that dubbed it the “burqa ban”. fired drones and missiles at and stability,” Chinese For- the heart of Saudi Arabia’s oil and provinces that have been eign Ministry’s Spokesperson idential Ittihadia Palace in 51.2 percent of voters, and a Campaign posters reading hit by the latest wave of COV- Cairo. majority of federal Switzer- “Stop radical Islam!” and industry on Sunday, including Zhao Lijian said during his a Saudi Aramco facility at Ras ID-19 infections, targeting regular briefing in response The ceremony included a land’s cantons, supported “Stop extremism!”, fea- people working on the front- guard of honour and playing the proposal. turing a woman in a black Tanura vital to petroleum ex- to a question about Yemen’s ports, in what Riyadh called a line against the epidemic such Houthis missiles and drones of the National Anthem of Some 1,426,992 voters were niqab – a veil worn by some as health workers, personnel Pakistan by the Egyptian in favour of the ban, while Muslim women which, in ad- failed assault on global energy attacks on Saudi oil facilities. attacks targeting civilians and the world’s largest offshore security. at quarantine facilities as well On evening of March 7, Hou- civil facilities. “We call our oil loading facility, was at- military band. 1,359,621 were against, on dition to a headscarf, covers as contact-tracing teams, po- this forces in Yemen said in relevant sides to refrain from tacked with a drone however The ambassador, in his brief a 50.8 percent turnout. the lower half of the face – lice and national defense forc- a statement that they fired taking actions that may es- there had been no casualties interaction, conveyed the The vote comes after years have been plastered around ‘Syria crisis es in the localities. – APP eight ballistic missiles and calate regional tensions,” he or property loss. It added greetings and best wishes of of debate in Switzerland fol- Swiss cities. attacked oil and military facili- added. The Saudi power min- that shrapnel from a ballistic President Dr Arif Alvi and lowing similar bans in other Rival posters read: “No could see ties in Saudi Arabia. istry mentioned an oil storage missile fell close to Aram- Prime Minister Imran Khan European countries, de- to an absurd, useless and India’s The spokesperson said the yard at Ras Tanura, the posi- co’s residential compound in to President Sisi and the spite Muslim women wear- Islamophobic ‘anti-burqa’ 6M more COVID-19 Chinese side always opposed tioning of an oil refinery and Dhahran. – APP brotherly people of Egypt. ing full-face veils being an law”. displacements’ tally reaches Deadly fire rips 11,229,398 CPEC bring prosperity to Web Desk NEW DELHI: India’s through migrant DAMASCUS: At least 6 mil- COVID-19 tally rose to lion more displacements can 11,229,398 on Monday as facility in Yemen: UN region: Ambassador Haque occur in Syria if the crisis 18,711 new cases were reg- BEIJING: Pakistan Ambassa- region,” he said in an inter- adding, “So as we move for- continues for another decade, istered during the past 24 mela Godeau said in a Twitter dor to China Moin ul Haque view with Xinhuanet. ward, it can contribute to an independent humanitarian hours, said the latest data Web Desk post. IOM was providing Monday said the second He informed that in second the basic philosophy of BRI group said Monday. from the health ministry.Ac- emergency healthcare for in- phase of the China-Pakistan phase of the CPEC, the of helping people.” “The Syria crisis could see at cording to the official data, NEW YORK: At least eight jured, more than 90 of whom Economic Corridor (CPEC) country was moving towards He said all this project of least 6 million more displace- the death toll mounted to people, including guards, were in serious condition, and flagship project would help industrialization, social eco- BRI was aligned with the ments over yet another dec- 157,853 as 97 COVID-19 died and more than 170 were distributing food to those af- create linkages with the nomic progress, agriculture, vision of the government of ade if the conflict, insecurity, patients died since Sunday injured after a fire ripped fected, Godeau added. neighboring countries and science and technology and Pakistan, which had people and economic deterioration morning. through an immigration hold- Associated Press news agen- bring more prosperity to the poverty alleviation and “so, centric. continue unabated,” Norwe- There are still 188,747 active ing facility in the Yemeni capi- cy reported that the immi- region. we are developing our re- Appreciating the Chinese gian Refugee Council (NRC) cases in the country, while tal, Sanaa, the United Nations gration detention centre, “When this project is real- mote, underdeveloped area leadership and government said in a statement announc- 10,882,798 people have migration agency said. which is believed to be hold- ized, it will not only help and altogether.” for taking people out of ex- ing a new report on the issue. been discharged so far from The total death toll from the ing about 700 people, is run Pakistan improve its infra- Terming the Belt and Road jobs and the connectivity. treme poverty, he said Chi- “Ten years since the start hospitals after medical treat- fire on Sunday, whose cause by the Houthi rebels – who structure, address poverty, Initiative (BRI) as a vision- He said the CPEC, a demon- na’s poverty alleviation pro- of the biggest displacement ment. There was an increase remains unclear, could be control vast swaths of Yemen, critical needs of the people ary project of President Xi stration and flagship project gramme had been a miracle, crisis since World War 2, anal- of 4,224 active cases during higher, International Organ- including Sanaa, since they and create jobs but also help Jinping, he said the basic of the BRI had helped Paki- adding, bringing out almost ysis by NRC shows that on the previous 24 hours, out of ization for Migration (IOM) overthrew the internationally create linkages with the philosophy of BRI was devel- stan build critical infrastru- 800 million people out of ab- average, an estimated 2.4 mil- which 5,090 were reported Regional Director for the Mid- recognised government in neighboring countries and opment, economic prosperi- ture, road infrastructure and solute poverty was remarka- lion displacements occurred from the southwestern state dle East and North Africa Car- late 2014. bring more prosperity to our ty, social progress, creating address energy shortages, ble and extraordinary. – APP in and outside Syria every of Maharashtra alone.The year since the start of the con- number of daily active cases flict,” said the statement. had been on the rise over Some 467,000 people have the past few days, as anoth- returned home in Syria in the er wave of COVID-19 looms past year while 1.8 million Two killed as Myanmar workers go on strike people were newly displaced, large in India. Till a few YANGON: Two anti-coup protest- Mandalay and other towns around “Two men were shot dead on the il Disobedience Movement” -- a “Police and soldiers started weeks ago, the number of meaning for every person ers were shot dead in Myanmar on the country. In some areas, the spot, meanwhile three others in- campaign urging civil servants to clearing off Kyuntaw Road in who returned home nearly daily cases had come down Monday as demonstrators across authorities once again responded cluding a woman were shot in her boycott working under military Sanchaung township. They used to below 10,000. four more people were dis- the country sought to paralyse the with force. arm,” a medic told AFP. rule -- which has already hit state sound bombs to stop protesters placed, according to NRC. As many 9,102 new cases economy with strike action follow- In the northern city of Myitkyina, “We are about to send the dead machinery hard. gathering,” a resident told AFP. were reported between Jan. Displaced Syrians around ing a weekend of night raids and security forces used tear gas and bodies to the families.” The impact has been felt at every “They are now using a bulldozer the region have lost hope for 25-26, which was the lowest arrests. opened fire during street clashes Banks, stores, shopping malls level of the national infrastruc- to remove the barriers protesters in the previous 237 days. returning home and “were The country has been in turmoil with stone-throwing protesters. and some clothing factories were ture, with hospital disruptions, have made.” more concerned about how Prior to that the lowest num- since a February 1 coup oust- A live Facebook stream of the inci- closed following an appeal by empty ministry offices, and banks Security forces patrolled Yangon ber of daily new cases were they will put food on the ta- ed civilian leader Aung San Suu dent showed protesters dragging trade unions for a general strike to unable to operate. streets inspecting the inside of ble for their families, pay the 9,304 registered on June 4, Kyi and triggered mass protests multiple wounded comrades by bring the economy to a standstill. The junta has warned that civil motorists’ cars and demanding to 2020.Jan. 16 was a crucial rent, or take care of medical against the new military junta. the arms and legs, scrambling to “To continue economic and busi- servants “will be fired” with im- see the phones of passers-by, ac- expenses than envisioning a day in India’s fight against The police and military have re- get them to medical care. ness activities as usual... will only mediate effect Monday if they con- cording to an AFP reporter. the pandemic as the nation- future back home.” sponded with an increasingly bru- There was also grisly footage of benefit the military as they re- tinue to strike. Reports emerged overnight that “The longer this crisis is left wide vaccination drive was tal crackdown on demonstrators, bleeding bodies lying on beds as press the energy of the Myanmar After a restless night with security security forces had taken over sev- kicked off on the day. So far unsolved, the more we expect with more than 50 people killed health workers frantically tried to people,” 18 unions said in a state- forces sent to multiple neighbour- eral public hospitals in Yangon. economic destitution to be- nearly 21 million people, and nearly 1,800 arrested. resuscitate them. ment. “The time to take action in hoods and shots heard in some Physicians for Human Rights said mainly health workers, have come the prominent push fac- Despite the risk, protesters rallied One man was seen in the footage defence of our democracy is now.” areas, parts of Yangon woke to it was appalled by these moves, tor for further displacement,” been vaccinated across the in parts of the commercial capital lying face down, with part of his Unions are seeking to extend police pre-emptively breaking up calling them a violation of interna- country. NRC Secretary-General Jan Yangon, the second-largest city skull blown out. the impact of an ongoing “Civ- protest barricades. tional law. – AFP Egeland said. IslamabadTUESDAY, MARCH 09, 2021 | WWW.ISLAMABADPOST.COM.PKPOST Briefs Serena Hotels mark Int’l Women Day Sh. Rashid Aziz Boolani, CEO of Serena Hotels, said, “At Serena we believe that investing in women vows to root is the most effective way to improve the standards of living of communities and many out terrorism of our CSR initiatives work with women to empower them socially and economically DNA ISLAMABAD: Interior Min- Staff Report ister Sheikh Rashid Ahmed on Monday expressed the ISLAMABAD: Serena Hotels hosted resolve of his government a breakfast to celebrate International to root out extremism and Women’s Day and honour the women as- terrorism from every nook sociated with and present in Serena. All and corner of the country. the women guests, associates, Serena He was talking to journalists Business Complex partners and repre- at Pakistan Institute of Med- sentatives of the civil society along with a ical Sciences (PIMS) after large number of diplomats and their wives inquiring about the health attended the event. Mrs. Samina Alvi, the of two policemen who sus- First Lady was the chief guest. Aziz Boola- tained bullet injuries on ni, CEO of Serena Hotels, said, “At Serena Sunday night when uniden- we believe that investing in women is the tified motorcyclists opened most effective way to improve the stand- fire on them. ards of living of communities and many of ISLAMABAD: First Lady Mrs. Samina Alvi, CEO Serena He appreciated the role of our CSR initiatives work with women to Hotels Aziz Boolani and others posing for a picture on law enforcement agencies empower them socially and economically”. The objectives of the International Wom- the occasion of International Women Day celebrations, for sacrificing their lives to at Islamabad Serena Hotel. – DNA ensure the safety of masses. en’s Day are to celebrate the struggle for Rashid said Tehrik-i-Taliban women’s rights in the economic, social, Pakistan (TTP) was being political, and cultural domain, to reaf- reorganized from Afghani- firm women’s solidarity in the struggle stan to launch terrorist ac- for peace and to show what women have tivities in Pakistan. achieved. . Boolani said, “Despite advanc- He noted that there were se- es in gender equity, there is still much curity threats in Rawalpindi, more to be done and Serena continues to Islamabad and Karachi, but provide safe spaces, networking oppor- Pakistani security agen- tunities and linkages to benefit women”. cies were on high alert and The women entrepreneurs also set up ready to thwart any possible various stalls featuring Pakistani hand- terrorist attempt. The Min- icrafts and traditional items. The first ister said five terrorist were lady also took a round of various stalls killed on March 7 by the and evinced interest in items displayed Armed forces and they were there. She also praised the work of arti- striving hard to eliminate sans. The guests also enjoyed live music. terrorism from the country. – Detailed coverage of the event ISLAMABAD: First Lady Mrs. Samina Alvi, Mrs. Aziz Boolani and wife ISLAMABAD: First Lady Mrs. Samina Alvi taking interest The families of martyred shall be published in April issue of Turkish ambassador cutting cake on the occasion of International in a stall on the occasion of International Women Day cops were being given of CENTRELINE magazine Women Day celebrations, at Islamabad Serena Hotel. – DNA celebrations, at Islamabad Serena Hotel. – DNA compensation money, be- sides welfare package, said the Minister. He also con- demned the opposition’s unpleasant incident that took place outside the Par- liament House on March 6, the day of vote of confi- dence for Prime Minister Imran Khan. PTI seeks early hearing Daska petition DNA ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf’s (PTI) can- didate in the NA-75 Daska by-election moved a plea before the Supreme Court seeking early hearing of ISLAMABAD: First Lady Mrs. Samina Alvi posing for a picture with wives ISLAMABAD: General Manager Islamabad Serena Hotel Michel A Galopin his petition challenging the of diplomats and other ladies on the occasion of International and wives of diplomats on the occasion of International Women Day Election Commission of Pa- Women Day celebrations, at Islamabad Serena Hotel. – DNA at Islamabad Serena Hotel. – DNA kistan’s (ECP) decision to annul the by-polls and an- nounce re-election. Ali Asjad Navy conducts CAA to Malhi filed the miscellane- NCOC to review ous application, stating that exercises with Chinese firm to invest allow new the matter is of immense significance. The Election decision on Japan, Oman, airlines for Commission has called for Rs. 800m in agri sector re-polling on March 18, Russia and US int’l flights therefore, his petition be reopening schools Also, the Vehari SEZ Com- and tax exemption under heard on March 10, he said. Shjuaat Hamza mittee during a meeting ap- the SEZ Act 2012. ISLAMABAD: The National Command and Operation DNA Athar Sufi Naming the ECP and Paki- Centre (NCOC) on Monday decided to review the de- proved its first zone enter- Minister of State and Chair- stan Muslim League-Nawaz ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Navy ISLAMABAD: After the prise and the colonization of man Board of Investment KARACHI: The Civil Avia- cision to reopen schools amid the rising trend of coro - Ship ALAMGIR with em- launch of China Paki- (PML-N) candidate Nosheen navirus cases across the country, according to the The the zone started with admis- (BOI) Atif Bokhari said tion Authority (CAA) has Iftikhar as respondents in barked helicopter participated stan Economic Corridor sion of a firm Suraya Aslam that the automation pro- decided to facilitate new Associated Press of Pakistan. The NCOC meeting, pre- in bilateral exercises with Jap- (CPEC)’s first Rashakai the case, the petitioner said sided over by Federal Minister for Planning, Develop- Paper Private Limited to es- cess of SEZs, envisioned airlines under the Aviation the decision was not in line anese Maritime Self Defence SEZ, colonization of the tablish a project worth Rs. by the Prime Minister Im- Policy 2021 to allow oper- ment and Special Initiatives Asad Umar, was attended Force Ship ARIAKE, Royal second CPEC Allama Iqbal with the facts. The ECP by National Coordinator Lt Gen Hamood Uz Zaman 100 million. ran Khan, is now “bearing ating international flights didn’t examine the available Oman Navy Ship KHASSAB, Industrial City (AIIC) Fais- In another development, fruits”. after completing the period Khan as well as representatives from each province via Russian Federation Navy alabad begins with planned record, he said and demand- video link. Last month, Federal Minister for Education the SEZ Committee of Ra- “The SEZ MIS Module was of six months for domestic ed that the court annul the Ships STOIKY & KOLA and Rs.53.6 b Investment. himyar Khan allotted land approved to facilitate inves- operations. The aviation Shafqat Mahmood had announced that schools in ma- United States Navy Ship Gwadar Pro quoting ECP decision. jor cities would resume routine classes from March 1 and approved zone entry tors to gain admission in authority has prepared rec- On Feb 25, the Election JOHN PAUL JONES in Gulf Board of Investment to Naseem Export Private zones and ensure transpar- ommendations to be sent in view of the declining trend of Covid-19 cases across of Aden and North Arabian (BOI) on Monday stated Commission of Pakistan the country. But the trend now appears to be reversing, Limited with a planned Rs ency in allocation of plots in to the higher authorities for (ECP) had ordered a Sea. Exercises were aimed to that AIIC SEZ Committee 4.5 b investment. various SEZs,” he added. allowing the new airlines with Special Adviser to the Prime Minister on Health enhance interoperability and accorded “approval to 15 re-election in the NA-75 Dr Faisal Sultan, issuing a stark warning to “remember The application for zone According to Fareena to commence international Sialkot-Daska constituency augment collaborative efforts applicants and allotted enterprise entry and allot- Mazhar, secretary Board of flight operations. However, that the pandemic is not over” last week. to ensuring maritime security land of 320 acres”. over alleged rigging and During Monday’s session, the NCOC also discussed up- ment of land were submit- Investment (BOI), the in- permission will be given to irregularities. Moreover, in the region. The applicants include a ted and processed via SEZ’s ternational investors could the new airlines on the con- dates from the provinces on the rising Covid-19 positivity PNS ALAMGIR is present- Chinese Firm Zhengbang the ECP had also ordered rate, progress in the vaccination campaign as well as the MIS Module designed by easily avail the opportunity dition of its performance, suspension of the relevant ly deployed to undertake Agriculture Pakistan Pri- the federal Board of Invest- to identify and select the po- regulatory and punctuality. national vaccine strategy. The meeting also discussed de- Regional Maritime Securi- vate Limited with a plan Rs. deputy commissioner, dis- ferring the opening up of cinemas, indoor weddings and ment (BOI) recently. tential locations for setting The performance review will trict police officer (DPO), ty Patrol (RMSP) in Gulf 800 million investment in The module ensures trans- up their units in the SEZs. include the timely departures dine-in restaurants, which were expected to be allowed of Aden and North Arabian the agri sector. assistant commissioner and with effect from March 15. The next review on this matter parency and facilitation “BOI would provide time- and arrivals prior to getting SPDO Daska over “rigging” Sea. These patrols are con- Amongst the other 14 lo - and works as a one-window ly facilitation particularly permission for international is set to be held in the first week of April. The NCOC ex- ducted as PN initiative to cal firms, Zahid Jee Tex - during the by-poll in the NA- pressed its concerns over public complacency in following operation, a vision of the availability of utilities to flight operation. Moreover, 75 constituency. contribute toward regional tile Mills, Ocean Ceram- government to ensure ease SEZs”, she said and added it is declared mandatory to non-pharmaceutical interventions (NPIs) — alternative maritime security and to ics, and Ittehad Metals measures to treat the disease other than medical treat- of doing business. that Board of Investment run domestic flights on so- support international ef- to initiate business estab- Along with the allotment of (BOI) will ensure handhold- cial-economic routes by the PIA resumes ment. These include following the SOP guidelines issued forts against the menace of lishments worth Rs.11.8 by the NCOC, such as mask-wearing, hand-washing and land, these enterprises are ing of the investors and airlines like Sukkur, Baha- maritime terrorism, piracy billion, Rs.11.2 billion now entitled to SEZ’s bene- provinces at every stage of flights between maintaining social distancing, among others. – DNA walpur and others. and narco-arms smuggling. and 7.5 b respectively. fits, including custom duties the industrial development. Islamabad, UNODC Chitral stresses for more women Athar Sufi US, FB recognize Pak women entrepreneurs KARACHI: Pakistan Inter- “I am extremely grateful to USAID for enrolling me in this highly effective and engaging involvement national Airlines (PIA) has resumed flight operation be- workshop,” said Saira Jahan, owner of Moksha Resorts in Gilgit Baltistan Khayam Abbasi tween Islamabad and Chitral kistan and around the world would like to thank Facebook ly by those who are based in KYOTO: To achieve justice that had been suspended for Abid Raza utilize social media plat- for its efforts in supporting the rural areas.” for women, we need more 1.5 years due to the spread forms, such as Facebook, 2022 Fulbright Student women entrepreneurs not During the event, women women in justice. Increases of coronavirus pandemic. ISLAMABAD: The United WhatsApp, and Instagram, just in Pakistan but across entrepreneurs who partici- in women’s representation The national carrier has States Mission to Pakistan, to boost their online pres- Program announced the globe. We look forward pated in the initiative shared and leadership in law en- resumed flight service be- in partnership with Face- ence and sales. Through ISLAMABAD: The United States Educational Foundation in to expanding and building how the training has helped forcement and the judiciary tween Islamabad and Chi- book, celebrated Interna- the USAID-Facebook part- Pakistan (USEFP) has announced the opening of the 2022 upon this collaboration.” them expand their business- have been linked to more tral after 1.5 years and an- tional Women’s Day 2021 nership, Facebook Certified Fulbright Student competition. The prestigious Fulbright “Women in Pakistan are ex- es using online platforms. investigations into crimes nounced that Rs5,920 will by recognizing the achieve- Trainers provide free online Program is the flagship academic scholarship program of the tremely talented and have “I am extremely grateful to against women, better polic- be charged for one-side trip. ments of Pakistani women marketing training and sup- U.S. Department of State and is offered in 160 countries. Since the potential to achieve USAID for enrolling me in ing outcomes, and success- For Chitral, two flights will entrepreneurs who received port to women-led business- 2005, Pakistan’s Fulbright Program is the world’s largest in great success; something this highly effective and en- ful victim-centred approach- be operated from Islamabad #SheMeansBusiness train- es that are struggling to mar- terms of financial contribution from the U.S. Government. The we have observed over the gaging workshop,” said Sai- es. They have also enabled twice in one week, said the ing through the U.S. Agency ket themselves to the right Government of Pakistan, through the Higher Education Com- years and continue to invest ra Jahan, owner of Moksha systemic changes, including PIA spokesperson, adding for International Develop- target audience. mission (HEC), has also provided generous support. Every in,” said Beth Ann Lim, Di- Resorts in Gilgit Baltistan. lower rates of violence, and that the resumption of the ment’s (USAID) Small and “Women entrepreneurs in year approximately 100 Pakistanis begin master’s programs, rector of Facebook’s Asia “Before this, I checked au- greater integrity through di- flight op on the Chitral Sec- Medium Enterprise Activity. Pakistan and across the globe and another 50 begin PhD studies on Fulbright scholarships at Pacific Policy Programs dience insights only to mon- versity, which is key to dis- tor will promote tourism. To date, USAID has provid- are triggering disruptions leading U.S. universities. This year marks the 75th anniversary and Government Outreach. itor engagement, but after rupting corrupt practices. Moreover, it was also an- ed training for 433 Pakistani in the digital ecosystem and of the Fulbright program, which has been operating in Pakistan “Through the expansion of these sessions, I use these These are major victories nounced that two more women-owned micro, small, making tremendous strides for 71 years. The Pakistan Fulbright Student Program fully our #SheMeansBusiness tools to influence my strate- for public trust and effective flights have been increased and medium enterprises un- to transform their innovative funds graduate degree study, including tuition, maintenance, program in Pakistan, we gy to identify target audienc- institutions. When women from Karachi to Sialkot by der this initiative. ideas into practical and prof- insurance, and air travel. On completing their degrees, return- have designed trainings that es, tourist trends, etc. The lead, we all win. But around the PIA in order to facili- The #SheMeansBusiness itable businesses and solu- ing Fulbright participants contribute to Pakistan’s development will aid in the promotion of trainer made everything the world, women are out- tate passengers and busi- training initiative helps tions,” said USAID Mission and growth by teaching at Pakistani universities, or otherwise micro/small businesses be- very easy to comprehend. numbered by men in the nesspersons. women-led businesses in Pa- Director Julie Koenen. “I engaging in important civic and government service. – DNA ing led by women – especial- Great initiative!” justice and security sectors. Published by Ansar Mahmood Bhatti, Printed at Rohani Art Press, Islamabad: Ph: 051-2266165, Email: [email protected]